About the role
As an AI Engineer, you will make an impact by designing and enabling AI-driven cloud solutions that help organizations accelerate innovation and business value. You will be a valued member of the engineering team, collaborating with architects, developers, data professionals, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and modern solutions leveraging AWS cloud technologies and AI/ML capabilities.
In this role, you will:
- Design and implement cloud-native solutions using AWS services across Analytics, Compute, Database, Application Integration, and Serverless technologies.
- Partner with Agile teams to define scalable architectures and deliver high-quality software solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Apply AI/ML capabilities, patterns, and integration approaches to support intelligent business applications and digital transformation initiatives.
- Establish and promote best practices for data security, ingestion, warehousing, storage, and governance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate requirements, recommend technical solutions, and communicate architectural decisions effectively.
Work model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a Cognizant or client office in Charlotte, NC. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. [Global Job...oilerplate | Word]
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations. [Global Job...oilerplate | Word]
What you need to have to be considered
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Engineering, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in IT, software engineering, solution architecture, or business technology development.
- 2+ years of experience working with AI/ML technologies, capabilities, integration patterns, and enterprise use cases.
- Proven experience designing, architecting, and developing solutions using AWS Cloud technologies.
- Hands-on knowledge of AWS services across Analytics, Application Integration, Compute, Database, and Serverless categories.
- Strong understanding of data standards, including security, ingestion, warehousing, and storage practices.
- Experience collaborating within Agile delivery teams and applying software engineering best practices.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.
These will help you stand out
- Experience with Snowflake data platform.
- Experience with data integration tools such as Matillion, Pentaho, or IBM DataStage.
- Knowledge of APIs, Apigee, developer portals, JSON, and RESTful services.
- Proficiency in Python, R, and predictive analytics techniques.
- Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, Ansible, and Nexus.
- Familiarity with DevOps and DevSecOps practices and tools including Jenkins, Git, GitHub, Chef, Puppet, and Packer.
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.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until July 26, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $ 115,000 - $ 130,000 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.
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.
Sobre a Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) é uma construtora de IA e fornecedora de serviços de tecnologia, criando a ponte entre o investimento em IA e o valor para as empresas por meio do desenvolvimento de soluções de IA completas para nossos clientes. Nossa profunda experiência em setores, processos e engenharia nos permite incorporar o contexto único de cada organização em sistemas tecnológicos que potencializam a capacidade humana, geram resultados tangíveis e mantêm empresas globais à frente em um mundo em rápida transformação. Saiba mais em cognizant.ai ou @cognizant.
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A Cognizant é uma empregadora que investe em equidade. Sua candidatura não será pautada em raça, cor, gênero, sexualidade, credo, origem, deficiência, gravidez ou qualquer outra característica protegida pelas leis brasileiras.
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