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Senior Engineer - Forward Deployed Engineer

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Forward Deployed Engineer (GenAI / Agentic AI)

About the role

As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will make an impact by owning end-to-end client engagements and delivering production-grade multi-agent AI solutions that solve complex business problems. You will be a valued member of a high-performing AI delivery pod and work collaboratively with client stakeholders, engineering teams, and Cognizant’s AI Market Unit to drive measurable outcomes.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead small engineering pods (2–3 engineers) embedded with clients, owning delivery from discovery through production deployment
  • Translate ambiguous business challenges into scalable agentic AI architectures, including agent design, orchestration, and human-in-the-loop workflows
  • Design and build multi-agent systems for enterprise use cases such as document intelligence, process automation, and AI-assisted decisioning
  • Drive rigorous evaluation by defining test frameworks, conducting red-teaming, and presenting evidence-based quality outcomes to stakeholders
  • Engage with client stakeholders to conduct architecture reviews, lead technical workshops, and communicate trade-offs in business-friendly terms

Work model

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a Cognizant or client office in Chennai, Bangalore, or Hyderabad.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on project and client requirements.

What you need to have to be considered

  • Hands-on experience delivering GenAI solutions from prototype to production in real-world environments
  • Strong programming expertise in Python and working knowledge of TypeScript / JavaScript
  • Experience with agentic AI frameworks such as LangGraph, AutoGen, CrewAI, or Semantic Kernel
  • Proven experience designing and deploying cloud-native solutions (e.g., Kubernetes, serverless, managed AI services)
  • Solid understanding of data engineering concepts including ETL, streaming systems, and working with vector/relational databases
  • Experience working in enterprise environments with security, compliance, and governance constraints
  • Ability to present technical solutions and trade-offs to senior technical and business stakeholders

These will help you stand out

  • Experience diagnosing and recovering stalled AI initiatives and bringing them into production successfully
  • Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to challenge and refine client use cases to maximize ROI
  • Familiarity with AI evaluation frameworks, observability, and safety/guardrail tooling
  • Experience working in regulated industries such as BFSI, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, or supply chain
  • Proven ability to mentor engineers and elevate overall delivery quality within a team

Additional information

We’re excited to meet people who can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don’t hesitate to apply, even if you meet most (but not all) of the requirements. Your transferable skills and unique experiences matter.

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.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] for roles based in the Americas or [email protected] for roles based in India.

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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