JD: Smartsheet Technical Expert & Implementation Consultant (10–12 Years)Role Title: Smartsheet Technical Expert / Senior Implementation Consultant (Smartsheet)Experience: 10–12 years (with 5+ years hands-on Smartsheet delivery strongly preferred)Role SummaryWe are looking for a Smartsheet Technical Expert & Implementation Consultant who can lead end-to-end Smartsheet implementations, migrations, and platform optimization for enterprise customers. You will drive technical design, solution architecture, integrations, automation, governance, and operationalization. You will partner with business stakeholders and delivery teams to build scalable, secure, high-performing Smartsheet solutions aligned to business outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesSolution Architecture & Delivery• Lead end-to-end Smartsheet implementations: discovery → design → build → UAT → deployment → hypercare.• Define platform architecture including workspace strategy, sheet design patterns, scalability, performance, and reuse.• Build complex solutions using:o Control Centre (blueprints, program rollouts, portfolio structures)o Data Shuttle / DataMesh for data movement & consolidationo Dynamic View for controlled accesso WorkApps for persona-based experienceAutomation, Integrations & Migration• Design and implement advanced automation workflows, approval flows, reminders, conditional routing, and cross-sheet logic.• Lead Smartsheet migration from Excel/SharePoint/legacy trackers/tools (Jira, MS Project, etc.) to Smartsheet:o mapping, data cleansing, validation, cutover planning, and rollback strategy• Build integrations using:o Smartsheet REST APIs, webhooks, and connectorso Integration platforms (Power Automate, Workato, Boomi, MuleSoft, Zapier, as applicable)• Develop scripts and utilities (as needed) for data transformation, bulk updates, metadata management.Governance, Security & Administration• Establish and enforce governance: naming conventions, templates, workspace hierarchy, retention, permissions model.• Define role-based access, security controls, and audit readiness for enterprise deployments.• Own platform administration: user provisioning, group strategy, workspace permissions, license optimization.Reporting & Analytics• Create executive-level dashboards with metrics, drilldowns, program rollups, and operational insights.• Define KPI frameworks and ensure reliable reporting across portfolios/programs.Enablement & Consulting• Provide technical consulting to stakeholders: best practices, design reviews, technical feasibility.• Create solution documentation: architecture, configuration guides, SOPs, runbooks.• Train admins, power users, and project teams.________________________________________Required Skills & Qualifications• 10–12 years overall experience in enterprise solution delivery / platforms / workflow automation.• Strong hands-on expertise with Smartsheet (implementation + optimization).• Strong knowledge of Smartsheet advanced capabilities:o Control Centre, Dynamic View, Data Shuttle/DataMesh, WorkApps, Resource Management (preferred)• Experience with integrations via APIs, connectors, or automation platforms (Power Automate, etc.).• Experience in migration planning and execution, data mapping, cleansing, and validation.• Solid understanding of enterprise governance (security, access, audit, retention, templates).• Strong stakeholder management and ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.________________________________________Preferred / Good to Have• Smartsheet certifications (Core / Admin / Solution Consultant) – preferred.• Experience in regulated environments (Life Sciences, Pharma, BFSI) – preferred.• Agile delivery exposure; familiarity with Jira/Azure DevOps.• Basic scripting skills (Python/JavaScript) helpful for API automation. About Cognizant: Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant. Additional employment information Compensation 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. Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. 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