Program Director

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Program Director
Permanent Employment - Stockholm, Sweden

We are seeking an experienced Program Director to lead and coordinate complex data migration projects involving multiple systems, stakeholders, and business units. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end migration lifecycle-from planning and strategy to execution, validation, and post-migration support. This role demands strong project governance, cross-functional leadership, risk management, and a deep understanding of data-related processes

About Cognizant
Cognizant Sweden boasts a robust team of over 420 professionals spread across Oslo, Stavanger, Stord, and Kristiansand. Our local team includes experts in AI, data analytics, cloud services, and software development, ensuring we provide top-notch, localized support to our clients. The team is led by seasoned professional, whom brings extensive experience in cloud, AI and analytics and building high performing teams. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @Cognizant.

About the Team / Business Unit
Cognizant collaborates with all major hyperscale's and relevant software vendors in the data and AI space. This includes partnerships with industry leaders such as AWS, Microsoft, Google, Snowflake, and Databricks. Our comprehensive approach ensures that we leverage the best tools and technologies to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient solutions. Additionally, we are supported locally by our dedicated Centers of Excellence, which operate both nearshore and offshore. These centers provide specialized expertise and resources, ensuring that we can meet the unique needs of our clients and drive innovation in AI and data cost effectively.

Our projects in Sweden reflect our commitment to leveraging AI and data to drive business transformation below some examples:

• Construction: We partnered with client to automate design processes using AI, optimizing construction design and accelerating time-to-market by 70%.
• Financial Sector: We have implemented AI solutions to enhance regulatory compliance and privacy, crucial for the highly regulated financial industry.
• Smart Factories: In manufacturing, we have deployed AI, Computer vision and digital twin technologies to create smart factories, improving quality, efficiency and competitiveness.

Local Vision

Our vision in Sweden is to build a data-driven ecosystem that empowers businesses to harness the full potential of AI and data. We aim to:
• Enhance Digital Maturity: By helping companies modernize their core systems and migrate to the cloud, we have enabled them to become truly data-driven. With the new wave of Gen Ai and Agent based Ai we are taking additional steps to put data to work and delivering greater insight into action. Re-faktoring current solutions and modernising further.
• Drive Innovation: Through continuous investment in AI ( 1Bn USD and our own Neuro AI platform ) plus other third-party data technologies, we strive to foster innovation and maintain a competitive edge for our clients.
• Promote Sustainability: Leveraging AI for sustainable practices, we aim to support Sweden's commitment to environmental sustainability and green technology. AI solutions we co-create with client shall be responsible, ethical and transparent.
• Partner collaboration Weekly meetings locally with Hyperscale's and relevant SW partners for joint coverage and growth in the Norwegian market.

About You:
Program Director oversee project execution, ensuring that objectives align with organizational goals while effectively managing resources and risks. Highlighting your experience in cross-functional team leadership, successful project outcomes, and stakeholder communication will significantly strengthen your resume. Incorporate skills such as strategic planning, problem-solving, and proficiency in project management tools to demonstrate your expertise. Emphasizing your ability to drive efficiency and deliver projects on time and within budget will clearly illustrate the impact you bring to an organization.

Your Key Result Areas:

• Define and oversee the strategic direction of data programs aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams including data engineers, analysts, scientists, and business stakeholders.
• Establish data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
• Manage program budgets, timelines, and resources across multiple data initiatives.
• Drive the adoption of data-driven decision-making across departments and leadership.
• Oversee the development and implementation of data platforms, pipelines, and analytics tools.
• Ensure alignment between data architecture and business needs, including scalability and performance.
• Monitor program performance using KPIs and adjust strategies as needed.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in data practices and technologies.
• Engage with executive leadership to communicate progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Mentor and develop data leadership talent within the organization.
• Evaluate and manage vendor relationships for data tools, platforms, and services.

Required & nice to have Skills:

Must Have:

• Understanding of data architecture and infrastructure - including data lakes, warehouses, and cloud-based platforms.
• Familiarity with data engineering tools and frameworks
• Knowledge of data analytics and BI tools - like Power BI,Qlik
• Experience with Azure
• Proficiency in data governance and compliance standards
• Understanding of machine learning and AI concepts
• Familiarity with programming and scripting languages - such as SQL, Python, or R (for oversight and communication with technical teams).
• Knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD practices - especially as they relate to data pipelines and model deployment.
• Experience with metadata management and data catalog tools - like Collibra, Alation, or Informatica.
• Ability to evaluate and select data tools and platforms - based on scalability, cost, and business needs.
• Understanding of API integration and data interoperability - for connecting systems and enabling data flow.

Nice to Have/ Your chance to grow

1. Experience with cloud platforms and cloud data migration.
2. Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) in relation to data handling.
3. Experience in sectors like finance, healthcare, or manufacturing is a plus.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you.

About us:
Cognizant 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 (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:
Compensation 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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.