Senior Agentic AI Engineer (Hybrid)
Important Disclaimers:
**Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.**
**Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future**
In this role, you will:
- Design, build, and maintain MCP servers that expose enterprise tools, data, and APIs to AI agents.
- Develop reusable MCP connectors/adapters for internal and external systems.
- Implement MCP-based access to:
- Databases and data platforms
- REST / GraphQL APIs
- Document repositories
- Workflow systems
- Enterprise applications
- Ensure MCP servers are modular, reusable, secure, and observable.
- Integrate MCP-enabled tools with LLM applications, copilots, and autonomous agents.
- Implement tool invocation patterns for single-agent and multi-agent workflows.
- Ensure AI agents can discover, invoke, and consume tools safely through MCP.
Build integrations between Agentic AI platforms and enterprise systems including:
- ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence
- SharePoint, Teams, Outlook
- Databricks, Snowflake, Synapse
- SQL / NoSQL databases
- CRM, ERP, and insurance platforms
- Internal APIs and microservices- Work with application, data, cloud, and cybersecurity teams to onboard enterprise tools into MCP-based agent ecosystems.
Work model: Hybrid
Location: Charlotte - NC
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client office in Fort Mill - SC.
What you need to have to be considered:
- 5+ years of experience in software engineering, API integration, data engineering, or enterprise application integration.
- Hands-on experience with Generative AI / LLM-based applications.
- Experience building APIs, connectors, microservices, or enterprise integration layers.
- Exposure to Agentic AI, tool-calling, workflow automation, or AI orchestration frameworks.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Science, or related field.
-- We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until 7/30/2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $55K – $130K 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.
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.
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.
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