Manager - QNXT Consulting

at Cognizant in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description About the role As a Manager

• QNXT Consulting (Operations-Focused), you will make an impact by leading operational delivery of QNXT consulting engagements for healthcare payer clients.

You will be a valued member of the Healthcare & QNXT Consulting team, working closely with client operations leaders, delivery teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure operational stability, regulatory compliance, and high-quality service outcomes. In this role, you will:

• Lead day-to-day operational delivery for QNXT consulting engagements.
• Govern claims operations, production support, and workflow management activities.
• Manage operational SLAs, KPIs, and service commitments.
• Provide escalation leadership for critical incidents and production issues.
• Partner with clients to align QNXT system behavior with operational business needs.
• Lead and mentor QNXT consultants and delivery leads.

Work Model We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations. What you need to have to be considered

• 8+ years of healthcare payer or consulting experience with strong QNXT expertise.
• Demonstrated experience in claims operations, production support, or managed services.
• Prior experience leading teams in a consulting or delivery environment.
• Strong understanding of claims adjudication, benefits configuration, and workflows. These will help you stand out
• Experience managing QNXT production environments.
• Knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare, or ACA exchange operations.
• Strong client-facing communication and operational governance skills.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role. Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future \#LI-IK1

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until 4/24/26. The annual salary for this position is between $67,000

• $132,000 depending on 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

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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. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account