Cognizant Romania hires over 100 IT specialists and invests in the future of IT in Romania through education
In addition, the company announces a new edu-tech concept for children in the Cognizant Studio at Destiny Park
Cognizant Romania, one of the largest IT companies in the country, is recruiting more than 100 IT experts, in addition to the over 100 employees hired since the beginning of 2024. The open positions, Mid-Senior level, are available throughout Romania in a hybrid work model, for specialists in Java, FullStack Web, .NET, AI & Analytics, Data, DevOps and QA Automation.
Also, Cognizant Romania is launching a new "edu-tech" concept in the Studio at Destiny Park Bucharest, where the company has been present with an alternative space for play and learning since 2022.
The evolution of technology also brings new trends in the market, in terms of the training that today's IT specialists need to have in order to cope with the demand in the business area.
More details can be found in the study conducted by Cognizant together with Oxford Economics, New Work, New World, which refers to the adoption of generative artificial intelligence and the impact on society and the future of work (the study includes the assessment and forecast of the economic impact of Gen AI in the United States over the next 10 years). It predicts that 90% of jobs will be disrupted in some way by generative artificial intelligence, setting the stage for a profound shift in the way we approach work, productivity, and economic growth. The impact of technology will be influenced by the adoption rate by businesses and how quickly people can adapt to the new ways of working.
"The IT sector has experienced constant challenges in recent years from accelerated growth to the rebalancing that began in 2023. The adaptability and flexibility of companies and specialists in the field are a priority in this context. It is important to continue to generate value for each industry through digital solutions that are now evolving at an accelerated pace and to support our customers thus ensuring mutual success. Every IT specialist needs to analyze their skill set and expertise, to learn, to develop constantly, in order to keep up with new trends. This starts early, through the educated appetite for technology that the new generations have and continues throughout the career of each professional", said Mihai Constandis, Country Manager, Cognizant Romania.
"As our clients look more and more to the future and think about what their business will look like tomorrow, looking to innovate, especially trying to incorporate artificial intelligence, we have tried to think about the services and solutions we offer in such a way as to meet these needs. Lately, we have noticed a growing willingness from clients to invest in this direction. Therefore, in addition to the over 100 employees hired at the beginning of 2024, we are now hiring over 100 IT experts, Mid-Senior, from all over Romania, for remote work, specialists in Java, Full Stack Web, .NET, AI & Analytics, Data, DevOps, and QA Automation", said Matei Neagos, Head of Delivery, Cognizant Romania.
These experts will work with clients from the US and Europe, companies operating in areas such as Healthcare, Media & Tech, Banking & Financial Services, Retail, Automotive, who want personalized digital experiences for their end users and business, with the aim of automating, optimizing and digitizing their experiences. IT specialists can apply for available jobs directly on the Cognizant LinkedIn page, in the "Jobs" section in Romania.
"Continuous education is a strategic direction in Cognizant Romania, our employees benefit from extensive Learning & Development programs, including Reskilling and Upskilling programs and innovation programs (Bluebolt). In June we had a week dedicated to Learning & Development, and in June-July we run the Innovation Festival internally, a context in which our colleagues share innovation experiences", said Raluca Dolan, HR Director, Cognizant Romania.
"We invest in education in the communities we are part of. At the end of June, we donated IT equipment worth 85,000 Euros to the Students' Association of the University of Art and Design of Cluj-Napoca", added Raluca Dolan, HR Director, Cognizant Romania.
"We are also investing in education through alternative methods, such as collaborating with Destiny Park, this unique space that will leave its mark on the new generations of young people," said Raluca Dolan, HR Director, Cognizant Romania.
Cognizant Romania launches a new concept, an interactive tech Studio for children, at Destiny Park
Cognizant Romania launches a new "edu-tech" concept in the Studio at Destiny Park Bucharest, where the company has been present with an alternative space for play and learning since 2022.
Cognizant Romania is the only IT partner of Destiny Park, this miniature city, dedicated to children, and this summer the company comes with a new experience designed to activate the creativity and curiosity of visitors. Children who arrive in the Cognizant experience space will take their first steps into the realm of IT. From unique puzzles, logic series, general knowledge questions related to technology, to games designed to develop various skills and knowledge, all these offer children and young people an optimal framework for exploring technology in an attractive way.
"Destiny Park is a landmark in non-formal education in Romania. In 2023 we had 173,175 visitors. When we opened the park, in September 2022, we considered, for the first year, only visitors from Bucharest and Ilfov. Now we have children not only from all over the South East and South West of the country, but also from cities such as Cluj-Napoca, Iasi, Oradea or Timisoara and from abroad. This makes us happy, because people quickly understood what learning through play and play means. Partnerships with reputable companies like Cognizant help us bring realism to children's experiences and strengthen their perception of representative industries. Children love technology and enjoy experiences that also bring fun, in addition to information. That is why Cognizant's activity in Destiny Park is highly appreciated, and the change we have just made will make children even more interested in the IT field", said Ana-Maria Pascaru, Marketing Director of Destiny Park.
The activities are structured by age categories, 3-6 years old, 7-10 years old and 11-14 years old, so that each child who arrives at the Cognizant Studio has a memorable experience, appropriate to both their age and their perception, understanding and curiosity.
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) designs modern businesses. We help our clients modernize their technology, reimagine processes, and transform experiences so they can stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing world. Together, we improve everyday life. See how on www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Cognizant Romania has been present in Romania since 2018, when Cognizant acquired Softvision, a company founded in 1998, in Cluj-Napoca. Currently, Cognizant is a top employer in Romania, with offices in Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Iasi, Timisoara and Baia Mare, with 2400 employees, being one of the largest Cognizant software development centers in Eastern Europe. “Randstad România Employer Brand Research 2024”, the world's most comprehensive employer brand research.
About Destiny Park
Destiny Park is dedicated to children aged between 3 and 14 years old and is located in the Băneasa shopping area of Bucharest. Promoting learning through play and alternative education among both teachers and parents, it has quickly become a major point of interest for leisure or for the School Differently and Green Week programs.
