About the Position

Subject Matter Expert (SME) - JR

Date published: Sep 14 2026

Location: Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil

Job category: Business Processes

Work model: Work from Office

About the Role

As a Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will make an impact by acting as the project's primary technical and strategic advisor, enabling best-in-class digital advertising solutions and driving strong results for clients. You will be a valued member of the consulting team and work collaboratively with project leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

This role is fundamental to raising the team's strategic maturity through deep platform knowledge, advanced consulting guidance, and mentoring.

Responsibilities

Act as an in-house consulting specialist, deeply analyzing clients' business objectives and creating advanced advertising strategies across Search, Display, Video, Apps, Shopping, and Performance Max.
Be the primary point of contact (POC) for complex technical topics, platform updates, policy changes, and emerging best practices, ensuring the team has accurate and up-to-date knowledge.
Provide expert guidance, training, and mentoring to marketing associates, helping them navigate complex client scenarios and contribute to strategic account planning.
Align strategy and execution for feature launches and promotional initiatives to maximize client value.
Conduct strategic quality calibrations, client consultation simulations, and performance reviews to ensure consistent, high-quality consulting across the team.
Present strategic reviews, technical insights, and performance analyses to leadership, proposing data-driven action plans.
Develop and maintain advanced technical documentation, manuals, case studies, summaries, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to consulting best practices.

Requirements

In-depth, hands-on experience across the Google Ads ecosystem, including Search, Display, Video, Apps, Shopping, and Performance Max, with a solid understanding of optimization and measurement.
Experience in account management or consulting in digital marketing or Google Ads.
Proven ability to understand complex client needs and architect advanced advertising solutions.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to use performance data, metrics, and spreadsheets to identify opportunities and solve business problems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex technical and strategic concepts.
Advanced English proficiency (C1/C2 level or equivalent).

Nice to Have

Prior experience in mentoring, coaching, or working as a consulting specialist.
Experience in developing strategic manuals, technical guides, or training content.
Proficiency in Google tools (Sheets, Docs, and Slides) for content analysis and creation.

We Offer

Our benefits program is built with you in mind-so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced, and healthy life.

Financial wellbeing: We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.
Physical and mental health: We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counseling, our Mental Health Allyship program, and more.
Your career, your way: With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities to explore new technologies, industries, and locations-and build the skills you need to grow your career.
Real-world impact: Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

About the Company

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 enable 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 follow us on Twitter.

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. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.

Apply now and join our team to make a significant impact in the world of digital advertising!

Subject Matter Expert (SME) - JR

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