Autonomous Vehicle Operations Lead

Cognizant; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an Autonomous Vehicle Operations Manager to lead high‑performing teams on site in the United States. You will drive client satisfaction, align teams with business objectives, and implement efficient operating practices.

Ideal candidates hold a Business Administration degree (MBA preferred), have 3+ years of supervisory experience, and are willing to work 24‑hour shifts, with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field required.
• MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience required.
• Autonomous Vehicle experience preferred.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts (24 hours).
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and encourage the different teams to achieve business objectives and accelerate organizational growth.
• Develop and implement initiatives and partnerships that align with business goals.
• Supervise the implementation of efficient business practices to ensure excellence and continuous improvement at all levels.
• Develop management protocols and accountability systems to ensure timely execution of operational strategies.
• Act as the primary liaison for client relations, ensuring outstanding service and satisfaction across all interactions.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients, distributors, and vendors, targeting a high client happiness.
• Proactively deliver on client expectations by aligning internal teams’ performance and efficiency with client goals.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Team leadership

Independent and team work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Cognizant is seeking an Autonomous Vehicle Operations Manager to lead high‑performing teams on site in the United States. You will drive client satisfaction, align teams with business objectives, and implement efficient operating practices.

Ideal candidates hold a Business Administration degree (MBA preferred), have 3+ years of supervisory experience, and are willing to work 24‑hour shifts, with strong communication and collaboration skills.