Senior AI Architect
About the role
As a Senior AI Architect, you will make an impact by defining end-to-end Agentic AI architectures that turn large language models, multi-agent systems, and orchestration layers into secure, scalable, enterprise-grade solutions for our client. You will be a valued member of the Digital Engineering team and work collaboratively with client stakeholders, data and platform teams, and cross-functional engineering groups.
*Please note that this position is not eligible for visa transfer or sponsorship now or at any time in the future*
**Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs. **
In this role, you will
Define end-to-end Agentic AI architecture frameworks leveraging LLMs, multi-agent systems, and orchestration layers.
Design autonomous AI agents capable of planning, reasoning, memory management, and tool usage.
Establish reference architectures for enterprise-grade AI applications that are cloud-native, scalable, and secure.
Integrate AI agents with enterprise systems, including data platforms, ERP, CRM, APIs, and event-driven systems.
Work model
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States, with openness to travel as required by the client. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
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.
What you need to have to be considered
Deep expertise in AI/ML and GenAI, including LLMs, prompt engineering, fine-tuning, RAG, embeddings, vector databases, and multi-agent architectures and agent frameworks.
Strong programming skills in Python (primary) with hands-on experience across AI libraries.
Experience architecting on cloud platforms, with Azure preferred (including Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Studio, and Databricks), as well as AWS or GCP.
Experience with modern data and platform ecosystems (Databricks, Snowflake, Synapse), REST APIs, microservices, and event streaming (Kafka, Event Hub).
Strong DevOps and MLOps capabilities, including CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, monitoring, logging, and experiment tracking.
These will help you stand out
Familiarity with Java, Scala, or Node.js in addition to Python.
Experience delivering AI solutions within regulated or enterprise insurance environments.
Experience partnering directly with client stakeholders to shape and advance technical direction.
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 October 15th, 2026
The annual salary for this position is between $108,000 - $180,000 depending on the 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
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
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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