AI Engineer
Team: AI&A
Position Overview
Cognizant is seeking a highly skilled and innovative AI Engineer to join our AI & Data Science team. The ideal candidate will have exposure in Python, and SQL and will be responsible for data exploration and AI development. This role involves designing and developing scalable AI solutions and data pipelines for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data, enabling advanced analytics and intelligent automation across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Build, train, and deploy machine learning and deep learning models, including Generative AI (e.g., LLMs, diffusion models) and Agentic AI solutions.
Perform data exploration, feature engineering, and statistical analysis to support model development.
Ingest, process, and analyze structured (e.g., relational databases), semi-structured (e.g., JSON, XML), and unstructured data (e.g., text, images, logs) from diverse sources using Python, SQL
Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver impactful AI solutions.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, data dictionaries, and model cards.
Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize AI models and data workflows for performance and scalability.
Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and privacy policies.
Stay current with the latest advancements in AI, Generative AI, and Agentic AI technologies.
Familiarity with MLOps practices
Required Skills & Qualifications
A bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, or a related discipline
A portfolio of personal projects, academic work, or contributions to open-source projects that demonstrate your AI skills.
Exposure in programming skills in Python and SQL
Good problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Knowledge with cloud AI/ML platforms (e.g., AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, GCP Vertex AI) and Agentic frameworks (Langgraph, Lang chain, Crew.ai etc.)
Hands-on experience with at least one AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face)
Understanding of core machine learning concepts, algorithms, and models (e.g., supervised vs. unsupervised learning, regression, classification, clustering)
Solid understanding of Generative AI (e.g., LLMs, GANs) and Agentic AI concepts
Familiarity with essential libraries for data science and machine learning (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn)
Knowledge of containerization and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Understanding of data security, encryption, and compliance best practices
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Location
New hires will be hired at the Cognizant office in Hartford, CT, where you will work alongside other experienced Cognizant associates delivering technology solutions. Applicants must be willing to relocate to this major geographic area. While we attempt to honor candidate location preferences, business needs and position availability will determine final location assignment.
Start Date
New hires will start in April 2026. While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment. Exact start date will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is $65,000 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.
Why Choose Us?
Cognizant delivers solutions that draw upon the full power and scale of our associates. You will be supported by high-caliber experts and employ some of the most advanced and patented capabilities. Our associate’s diverse backgrounds offer multifaceted perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients.
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 hourly rate, 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.
Work Authorization
Due to the nature of this position, Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in a CPT/OPT program) for this role.
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.
