Job Summary
We are seeking a seasoned Functional Architect with 12 to 15 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in AWS AI Platform Azure AI and other cutting-edge technologies. This role involves designing and implementing AI solutions that align with our strategic goals. The position is hybrid with no travel required and offers an opportunity to work on innovative projects that drive societal impact.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement AI solutions using AWS AI Platform and Azure AI to meet business objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI technologies into existing systems.
- Develop architectural designs and patterns that enhance system performance and scalability.
- Lead the development of AI functional architecture to support business needs.
- Oversee the deployment of AI solutions ensuring they are robust and reliable.
- Provide technical guidance on prompt engineering and generative AI applications.
- Ensure compliance with architectural concepts and principles in all projects.
- Utilize Python (Flask Django) for developing scalable AI applications.
- Conduct research and development to explore new AI technologies and methodologies.
- Optimize cloud solutions to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Evaluate and recommend AI tools and platforms that align with company goals.
- Monitor and assess the performance of AI systems making improvements as necessary.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical solutions.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated expertise in AWS AI Platform and Azure AI.
- Strong understanding of AI functional architecture and architectural design patterns.
- Proficiency in Python including Flask and Django frameworks.
- Experience in prompt engineering and generative AI.
- Familiarity with cloud solution architecture and optimization.
- Background in research and development is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Certifications Required
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate
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.
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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.