Technical Product Analyst

Cognizant; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) plan and contributions

Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a highly motivated Technical Product Analyst in the Charlotte, NC area. You will leverage advanced SQL and relational databases to analyze data, gather requirements, and support product initiatives in Agile environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project outcomes.

This role requires leadership, strong communication, and the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.

Qualifications

• 4 to 5 years of experience as a Technical Product Analyst.
• Advanced SQL skills with Joins, Subqueries, Aggregations, and validation.
• Experience with SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL.
• Experience in Agile environments using Scrum and Kanban.

Responsibilities

• Perform data analysis and validation using complex SQL queries.
• Create reports, dashboards, and analytical insights.
• Lead and coordinate team activities to ensure project execution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to support delivery.
• Ensure data quality and drive process improvements.

Skills

Advanced SQL

Relational databases

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Tools

SQL Server

Oracle

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Product Analyst with strong experience in data analysis, relational databases, and Agile methodologies. The ideal candidate will have a solid technical background, advanced SQL expertise, and the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams to support product initiatives, deliver business insights, and drive successful project outcomes. This role requires leadership capabilities and the ability to analyze complex datasets to support business and technical decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform data analysis and validation using complex SQL queries.
• Work with large-scale relational databases, including SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL.
• Gather, analyze, and document business and technical requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, product teams, and development teams to support product delivery.
• Lead and coordinate activities within the team to ensure successful project execution.
• Create reports, dashboards, and analytical insights to support business decisions.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to Scrum and Kanban processes.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency across systems and processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and drive operational efficiencies.

Required Qualifications

• 4 to 5 years of experience as a Technical Product Analyst.
• Strong experience with relational database technologies such as SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
• Advanced SQL skills, including:
  • Joins
  • Subqueries
  • Aggregations
  • Data validation and analysis
• Experience working in Agile environments using Scrum and Kanban methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating project activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in enterprise-scale environments.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Location Requirements

• Candidates must be willing to attend interviews at Cognizant or client offices located in Charlotte, NC or New York, NY, if required.
• Upon selection, candidates must be willing to relocate to Charlotte, NC.

Salary And Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $68K – $130K 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

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Cognizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.

Candidate must be legally authorized to work in US without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until September 24th, 2026.