We seek a highly skilled and dynamic MuleSoft Pre-Sales Solution Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a technical expert with a strong understanding of MuleSoft's Anypoint Platform and its integration capabilities, combined with excellent communication and presentation skills. As a key member of the Pre-Sales team, you will work closely with sales, customers, and technical teams to design and articulate integration solutions that effectively address business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the technical lead in pre-sales engagements, demonstrating the value of MuleSoft's platform through tailored presentations, demos, and proof-of-concept implementations.
Collaborate with sales teams to understand customer requirements and propose the best integration solutions using MuleSoft.
Design end-to-end integration architectures, ensuring alignment with customer business goals and technical environments.
Develop and deliver technical presentations to both technical and non-technical audiences, showcasing the capabilities and benefits of MuleSoft.
Build and maintain strong customer relationships as a trusted advisor throughout the pre-sales cycle.
Collaborate with MuleSoft and partner ecosystems to leverage best practices and resources in designing optimal solutions.
Stay updated on the latest MuleSoft features, industry trends, and competitor offerings to provide informed recommendations to clients.
Support RFP/RFI processes by providing detailed technical input and solution design.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Proven experience in a Pre-Sales or Solution Architect role, preferably with MuleSoft or similar integration platforms.
Strong understanding of APIs, integration patterns, microservices, and MuleSoft Anypoint Platform.
Hands-on experience with MuleSoft tools, including API Manager, Runtime Manager, and Anypoint Studio.
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex integration challenges.
Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging with both technical and executive stakeholders.
Knowledge of common enterprise technologies such as databases, SaaS platforms, ERP systems (eg, SAP, Salesforce), and cloud platforms (eg, AWS, Azure).
Relevant certifications such as MuleSoft Certified Integration Architect or Developer are highly desirable.
Ability to travel as required for client engagements.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with DevOps practices and tools as they relate to integration.
Knowledge of industry-standard protocols (SOAP, REST, JMS) and data formats (JSON, XML).
Exposure to various verticals like retail, finance, or healthcare is an advantage.
What you can expect
Join a growing team in a large organization with local empowerment where you can make a difference.
A healthy work-life balance with flexible working conditions and the possibility to work from home.
Applications are accepted until 01/07/2025.
The annual salary for this position is between $180,000 - 195,000, depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.