End to End Solution Designer Department Overview The End to End Solution Designer is typically assigned to a single project or project release, assisting in the translation of requirements into a solution vision, system specifications, and implementation tasks in accordance with the overall IT strategy and architecture. This role delivers the overall software/network or other technical solution for a given business problem using enterprise standards. Principle Responsibilities Works with the business on future product direction and technology capability through relevant engagement processes Responsible for the sign off of requirements with the Business Analyst Carries out requirements management and scope assessments based on technical and budget constraints (will work closely with the Engagement leads) Inputs into architectural discussions and the resulting Architectural artefacts for a given solution Input into the estimation process during the Concept and Feasibility stages of projects Identifying the scope and scale of the change needed to satisfy the project requirements Produces and owns the E2E Solution Design Document which will be the reference for the technical implementation Ensure any detailed platform solution designs are produced and aligned with the E2E Solution Design Document Responsible for alignment of Technical Solution with project requirements including definition of project phasing and work package breakdown Responsible for briefing the solution design to the development leads and relevant architecture and design forums Gathers input from Business Analysts and other relevant parties (eg. User Experience) to coordinate and produce Functional Specification document as a follow-on from the Solution Design to a level of detail required for implementation Supervise and review the deliverables produced by the development teams for their projects Verify the technical specification produced by the development teams against the solution design Owns the project list of technical issues or queries and works closely with the delivery team to agree and communicate resolution Provides input to the delivery team on the scope of the solution to help with the construction of the delivery plan Gain mutual agreement on the design with the Development Leads and delivery managers Work with Service Transition on the deployment plans and the non-functional requirements for the solution Incorporates 3rd party deliverables into overall solution Accountable for ensuring that the E2E Solution Design remains up to date throughout the lifecycle of the project; that it represents the solution which is deployed; and that the final solution is communicated back to Architecture to baseline production environments/infrastructure and to any other interested parties Adhere to guidelines established by (Enterprise) Architecture, Operations, and Information Security for all solutions Required Experience Good knowledge of software principles and design experience with relevant platform Experience of UML design principles Proven experience of working with technical teams. At all levels, from design through to development and implementation Able to coordinate design decisions for systems to be delivered by multiple suppliers, both internal and external Ability to lead design discussions with third party vendors Understanding of development methodology and software development IT related degree or similar, preferred Other IT industry qualifications and evidence of vocational training/experience Experience of designing solutions in a multi-tiered IT infrastructure. Strong communication skills to technical and non-technical audiences The ability to make decisions on major technical and delivery issues Excellent communications skills both verbal and written Demonstrates a high level of interpersonal skills, and is comfortable at all levels of contact and in a wide variety of situations A broad understanding across the whole of the software life cycle with a record of having applied the knowledge successfully in a variety of situations Has a comprehensive knowledge of software process models and quality assurance Employee Status : Full Time Employee Shift : Day Job Travel : No Job Posting : Oct 27 2023 About Cognizant Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us Cognizant. 00055760614