Unified Collaboration Engineer
Hays

Job Info

The end client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this position; all parties authorized to work in the US without sponsorship are encouraged to apply.

Cognizant is seeking a Unified Collaboration Engineer in Foster City, CA.

Role Description

Contracting at Cognizant will see you working with the world's leading companies to improve everyday life. Unlike many IT gigs, Cognizant's unique consultative approach will see you help clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses with the latest tech, not just deliver a standard project.

Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant serves 177 of the Fortune 500, and has enjoyed consecutive years of growth, so you'll never be short of finding your next gig with them. Plus you'll enjoy many of the perks you'd expect from one of the most admired companies in the world.

Skills & Requirements

• Knowledge of AV hardware. Polycom, Creston, Logitech, ZOOM native Audio DSP etc.
• 4+ years of experience supporting Video Conferencing platforms such as Polycom Group Series and/or Cisco Telepresence
• Networking Experience and good understanding of network requirements for a VoIP
Zoom conferencing solution integrations.
• Solid understanding of CORE concepts with IP Telephony call setup process/flow call signaling call control and media capabilities exchange.
• Plan, build, and deploy core audio visual solutions utilizing application support, systems management, audio/video engineering, basic networking, servers, and converged infrastructures
• Work with internal company teams to identify AV room requirements and solutions that adhere to company
• Through close partnerships with stakeholders, vendors, and partners, develop and maintain AV solutions that continuously build on efficiencies and increase service offerings (new builds, scalability, reliability, etc.)
• Awareness of the latest trends, hardware, and features in AV equipment
• Supports equipment procurement, including specification development, budget conformance, and technical specification verification
• Promote AV system reliability and efficiency by implementing improved performance monitoring, maintenance, and break/fix support
• Advise team members and in some cases provide day-to-day task management
• Assist in the design and implementation of video systems
• Design and stage Video Conferencing solutions using AV system components such as Polycom, Creston, HD camera systems, control systems, microphones, speakers.
• Review all requests for new videoconference systems to ensure the room and system are appropriate for customer requirements and to provide recommendations on positioning of components

Why Hays?

As Cognizant's chosen recruitment partner we have this role exclusively, so you will work with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of Cognizant, the role, the Information Technology industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers and so can keep you in mind when future gigs like this come up with Cognizant. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

Additionally, this position is a contract role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical, dental or vision benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit)

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Hays is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran.

In accordance with applicable federal and state law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays U.S. Corporation will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570

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