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Senior AI Engineer – Microsoft 365 Agents & Azure AI

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Senior AI Engineer – Microsoft 365 Agents & Azure AI

Experience Range: 5 to 13 years

Location: PAN India

Level: SA & M

Work Model: Hybrid 3 days WFO

Shift: Regular Shift (11.00 AM to 8.00 PM IST)

Notice: Immediate to 30 days

Experience: 8–10+ years in Python-based enterprise application development and Azure cloud solutions.

Required Skills

  • Strong expertise in Python and Azure-based application development.
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 Agents SDK for building and deploying agents across Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and Web channels.
  • Experience with one or more agent frameworks: Microsoft Agent Framework, Semantic Kernel, LangChain, LangGraph, or CrewAI.
  • Strong knowledge of Azure OpenAI (preferred: Azure AI Foundry).
  • Experience deploying agents as Teams apps/Copilot extensions using Azure Bot Service and Microsoft Entra ID.
  • Hands-on experience with Azure App Service, Azure Functions, Azure Key Vault, and Cosmos DB.
  • Experience implementing RAG solutions using Azure AI Search.
  • Knowledge of MCP (Model Context Protocol) and Agent-to-Agent (A2A) communication.
  • Strong understanding of security using Entra ID, Managed Identities, RBAC, and Key Vault.
  • Experience with observability and monitoring using Application Insights, OpenTelemetry, and agent tracing/evaluation frameworks.
  • Experience with CI/CD using GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps.
  • Ability to design, deploy, and support enterprise-grade, secure, scalable AI/agentic solutions in production environments.

Preferred: Experience with multi-agent orchestration, tool calling, plugins, workflows, memory management, Teams integrations, and Azure AI Foundry Agent Service.

About Cognizant: 
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 enables 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 @cognizant.

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.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

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

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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.

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Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

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Your career, your way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities explore new technologies, industries and locations—and build the skills you need to grow your career.

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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.

Your path to Cognizant

Here’s what you can expect from our hiring process. Please keep in mind that it may vary by role and location. Explore our FAQs to learn more.

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Step 1: Apply to the right opportunity

Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.

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Step 2: Connect with your recruiter

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.

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Step 3: Show off your skills

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

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Step 4: Decision time

Our team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

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