Technical Lead

**Job Summary** Serve as a technical lead specializing in IBM Rational ClearCase for a global technology organization guiding configuration management solutions that support secure high quality software delivery. Collaborate with cross functional teams in a hybrid work model during day shifts driving stable version control practices that enhance productivity and reduce release risk across critical enterprise projects. **Responsibilities** + Drive end to end configuration management workflows using IBM Rational ClearCase to ensure consistent versioning branching and baselining across multiple application teams and environments. + Design and optimize ClearCase repository structures and branching strategies so that development teams can collaborate efficiently while maintaining traceability and controlled parallel development streams. + Coordinate with developers testers and release stakeholders to define clear policies for code check in labeling and integration reducing merge conflicts and improving overall release readiness. + Implement and maintain build and integration scripts that interface with ClearCase enabling reliable automation of software builds and promoting repeatable deployment processes. + Monitor ClearCase system performance and storage utilization and proactively tune configurations and cleanup routines to maintain responsive and stable version control services. + Analyze incidents and defects related to configuration management processes and apply root cause analysis to refine standards improve documentation and prevent recurring issues. + Provide detailed technical guidance to project teams on ClearCase usage patterns including views management and access controls ensuring secure and compliant handling of source artifacts. + Develop and maintain operational runbooks process documents and user guides that clarify ClearCase procedures helping new and existing team members adopt best practices quickly and confidently. + Collaborate with security and compliance teams to align ClearCase configurations with organizational controls contributing to audit readiness and protecting sensitive code assets. + Coordinate migration or integration efforts involving ClearCase and other lifecycle tools supporting modernization journeys while preserving historical baselines and traceability. + Engage with global counterparts in hybrid settings to align configuration management practices across regions improving standardization and knowledge sharing without requiring travel. + Track and report key indicators such as build success rates change failure patterns and repository health translating findings into continuous improvement plans that support business objectives. + Support project planning and estimation by providing technical input on configuration management scope capacity considerations and timelines enabling realistic delivery commitments and predictable outcomes. **Qualifications** + Exhibit six to eight years of hands on experience in configuration management with strong focus on IBM Rational ClearCase across complex enterprise scale environments. + Demonstrate deep understanding of ClearCase concepts including views vobs baselines branching models and merge strategies and apply this expertise to day to day operations. + Show proficiency in scripting or automation using tools such as shell or similar languages to streamline repetitive ClearCase tasks and enhance operational efficiency. + Display practical experience working in hybrid work models and collaborating through digital channels to support globally distributed stakeholders during day shifts. + Apply sound knowledge of software development life cycle practices and release processes so that ClearCase workflows align effectively with agile or iterative delivery models. + Illustrate strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex configuration issues and propose sustainable improvements that reduce downtime. + Communicate clearly and respectfully with technical and non technical partners explaining configuration management concepts in a way that supports informed decision making and shared understanding. 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.