About the Role
As a Forward Deployment Engineer, you will make an impact by designing, developing, and deploying innovative Generative AI-powered solutions that accelerate software delivery, improve developer productivity, and transform enterprise engineering workflows. You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with product teams, business stakeholders, platform engineering teams, and client partners to integrate GenAI capabilities into modern software development environments. Based on the Cognizant Global Job Posting Template, this posting focuses on the most critical responsibilities and qualifications required for success in the role.
Work model
This is a hybrid role based on business requirements in Charlotte, NC and/or Irving, TX. Regardless of work arrangement, we support a healthy work–life balance through our wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
Important Disclaimers:
**Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.**
**Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future**
In This Role, You Will:
- Design, develop, and deploy Generative AI-powered applications and engineering solutions using leading AI platforms and tools.
- Integrate AI and developer productivity tools into enterprise software development lifecycle (SDLC) workflows, including CI/CD pipelines and engineering platforms.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to accelerate product delivery, improve engineering efficiency, and enhance the end-to-end application lifecycle.
- Lead adoption, enablement, and best practices for Generative AI technologies, including prompt engineering, agent-based workflows, and AI-assisted development.
- Provide hands-on technical leadership, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and scalable implementation support across enterprise environments.
What You Need to Have to Be Considered
- 16+ years of experience in software engineering, application development, or technology consulting roles.
- Strong expertise in Java 17 and Spring Boot microservices development.
- Proven experience developing modern full-stack applications using technologies such as Java, React, Angular, TypeScript, and Python.
- Hands-on experience with distributed systems, APIs, event-driven architectures, and cloud-native microservices.
- Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD pipelines, developer platforms, and modern engineering toolchains.
- Strong knowledge of cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and OpenShift (OCP).
- Hands-on experience with Generative AI and Large Language Model technologies, including tools such as Devin, Claude, and modern AI-assisted development platforms.
- Experience with prompt engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), agent-based workflows, and AI orchestration frameworks.
- Ability to independently drive technical solutions from inception through deployment with minimal supervision.
- Experience working within enterprise environments that require governance, security, and regulatory compliance.
These Will Help You Stand Out
- Experience designing and implementing multi-agent architectures and autonomous AI workflows.
- Knowledge of Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and AI tool integrations.
- Experience building AI-enabled developer productivity solutions at enterprise scale.
- Strong consulting and stakeholder management skills with the ability to translate business challenges into technical solutions.
- Passion for mentoring teams, driving technology adoption, and delivering measurable productivity improvements.
- Experience supporting large-scale enterprise transformations involving AI-assisted software delivery.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $81,000 – $155,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer:
The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
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.
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.
