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ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here youll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping lifechanging solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a clientfirst mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive lifechanging impact to ZS. Business Technology ZSs Technology group focuses on scalable strategies, assets and accelerators that deliver to our clients enterprisewide transformation via cuttingedge technology. We leveraged digital and technology solutions to optimize business processes, enhance decisionmaking, and drive innovation. Our services include, but are not limited to, Digital and Technology advisory, Product and Platform development and Data, Analytics and AI implementation. The Health Plan and Provider (HPP) team within ZS is a growth venture, focused on a strategic set of offerings and client segments that can unlock the ZS mission / vision helping improve life and how we live it. Within ZS, HPP operates like a missionoriented startup backed by a large global firm. HPPs goal is to build the ecosystem of payer / provider clients that have a similar mindset to longterm partnership, innovation in the healthcare industry, and unlocking the synergies across various sectors within healthcare and beyond. The team is growing quickly and looking for passionate team members who care first and foremost about impact and core values we pride ourselves on being true to spirit of client value creation, true culture of collaboration, and humancentric service. Through our vision, strategy, and investments, we seek to disrupt the traditional healthcare consulting market and elevate our society to new levels of functioning. This venture is not for the faint of heart we work hard, play hard, and bring our complete selves to work. Varicent Solutions Architect What youll do: Lead endtoend Varicent implementation projects, leveraging cloud technologies to solve complex sales performance and incentive compensation challenges Provide deep Varicent and technology expertise to maximize value for the clients and internal project teams Drive disciplined delivery methodology to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to client satisfaction Design scalable, resilient, and costoptimized solutions within the Varicent platform to meet diverse compensation and sales operations needs Bring best practices in the solution design to ensure that the end architecture meets best practices Ensure that the recent product launches, updates are incorporated into the solutions design Guide, coach, and mentor project team members, fostering continuous learning and professional growth in Varicent and SPM best practices Demonstrate strong clientfacing communication and facilitation skills to navigate business requirements, system design, and solution validation Collaborate with ZS experts across domains to identify innovative approaches and mitigate delivery risks Work with global team members across time zones to ensure seamless implementation and postgolive support Bring clarity to ambiguous client challenges and support development of business cases for futurestate Varicent implementations Support ZS Leadership through thought leadership, innovation initiatives, and internal capability development around the Varicent platform What youll bring: Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related field with a strong academic record 5+ years of experience leading largescale technology implementations, with at least 23 years focused on Varicent or Incentive Compensation Management (ICM) platforms Strong understanding of sales compensation processes, sales operations, and performance management Exceptional communication skills to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language Proven experience in supervising, mentoring, and managing project teams Handson experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and integrations between Varicent and CRM / ERP / HR systems (e.g., Salesforce, Workday, SAP) Strong background in data modeling, ETL processes, and SQL for largescale enterprise environments Familiarity with modern data platforms and tools such as Snowflake, Power BI, Databricks, or Redshift Experience delivering projects using Agile methodologies, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and iterative delivery How youll grow: Crossfunctional skills development & custom learning pathways Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities Internal mobility paths that empower growth via scurves, individual contribution and role expansions Hybrid working model: ZS is committed to a Flexible and Connected way of working. ZSers are onsite at clients or ZS offices three days a week. Combined flexibility to work remotely two days a week is also available. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous facetoface connections. Perks & Benefits: ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and wellbeing, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member. Travel: Travel is a requirement at ZS for clientfacing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all clientfacing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures. #J-18808-Ljbffr