Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.). Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and we are among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.
Full time
This position does not currently support candidates who require visa sponsorship, and it will not offer visa sponsorship in the future.
Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled professional with experience in AI/ML, NLP, and API development. The candidate will design, develop, and deploy scalable solutions, working closely with cross-functional teams to build intelligent and efficient systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy RESTful APIs using FastAPI to enable seamless integration of AI/ML solutions.
- Build and optimize Natural Language Processing (NLP) models for:
- Text processing
- Sentiment analysis
- Named entity recognition
- Other language-based tasks
- Develop and implement machine learning algorithms using frameworks such as:
- TensorFlow
- PyTorch
- Scikit-learn
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to:
- Define data requirements
- Collect datasets
- Perform data preprocessing and analysis
- Leverage AWS services (e.g., S3, Lambda, SageMaker) to build scalable and efficient cloud-based solutions.
- Monitor and improve system performance to ensure reliability and accuracy of deployed models and APIs.
- Work on innovative predictive analytics solutions.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Strong proficiency in Python with experience in building production-grade applications.
- Hands-on experience in Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques and tools.
- Proven expertise in FastAPI or similar frameworks for building REST APIs.
- Experience with at least one machine learning framework:
- TensorFlow
- PyTorch
- Scikit-learn
- Good understanding of AI/ML concepts.
- Experience with AWS cloud services for application deployment and management.
- Knowledge of:
- SQL and NoSQL databases
- Data engineering best practices
Applications will be accepted until 6/30/2026
The annual salary for this position is between $130,000- $145,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
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.
Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration.
If you are content with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you!
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.
