AI Strategist, Seattle, Washington, United States

Role Summary

The AI Strategist plays a critical role in shaping Cognizant’s artificial intelligence portfolio by designing high‑impact AI use cases, developing compelling value propositions, and supporting early‑stage client engagement. This role bridges business strategy, AI capabilities, and industry needs to create scalable, market‑ready solutions that drive measurable business outcomes.

This position is well suited for a product‑minded consultant or solution designer with strong business acumen and AI literacy who can turn complex challenges into differentiated offerings.

Responsibilities

Design and develop AI use cases and solution offerings aligned with client and market needs
Translate business problems and AI capabilities into structured solution designs and workflows
Build value propositions, business impact models, and client‑ready narratives
Create reusable go‑to‑market materials such as pitch decks, points of view, and solution overviews
Partner with sales, consulting, engineering, and presales teams during discovery and pursuit phases
Lead ideation sessions and solution walkthroughs to refine AI‑driven transformation approaches

Qualifications

6–12 years of experience in consulting, solution design, digital strategy, AI strategy, or product/experience design
Demonstrated ability to frame business problems and structure AI‑enabled solutions
Exposure to AI platforms, generative AI tools, and industry‑specific use cases
Strong commercial mindset with the ability to link technology solutions to business value
Experience collaborating across cross‑functional and stakeholder‑heavy environments

Preferred Skills

Strong analytical and structured problem‑solving skills
Executive‑level communication and storytelling abilities
Understanding of AI and machine learning concepts at a business‑technical level
Ability to work effectively with sales, engineering, consulting, and product teams

Salary and Other Compensation (Washington)

The annual base salary for this position in Washington is $180,000 – $220,000, depending on experience and qualifications. This is a hybrid role and other locations depending on experience are acceptable in North America.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits

Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees, which may include:

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan with Company Contributions
Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Application Window

Applications will be accepted until June 30, 2026.

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting and may be modified at any time, subject to applicable law.

What we offer

The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge 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, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

Other employment-related information
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, provincial 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.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.