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Associate Director - GenAI Solution Architect

00070873271

GenAI Solution Architect

Location: Charlotte, NC - Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-Time

Remote - United States

Job ID: 00070873271

Associate Director - GenAI Solution Architect

About the role

As a GenAI Solution Architect, you will make an impact by driving AI-first engineering strategy and designing scalable Generative AI solutions across enterprise programs. You will work collaboratively with business, engineering, architecture, and technology teams to build cloud-native AI solutions leveraging LLMs, AI agents, orchestration frameworks, APIs, microservices, and modern DevOps practices.

In this role, you will:

  • Drive AI-first engineering strategy and lead the architecture and delivery of enterprise Generative AI solutions.
  • Design scalable, cloud-native architectures leveraging LLMs, AI agents, orchestration frameworks, APIs, and microservices.
  • Build and deploy GenAI-powered applications using GPT-4/4o, Claude, Gemini, Llama, and advanced prompt and context engineering techniques.
  • Leverage GitHub Copilot, Claude, and AI-assisted development tools to accelerate software delivery and improve developer productivity.
  • Define and promote engineering standards across CI/CD, DevOps, API integration, and cloud-native application development.
  • Design AI solutions leveraging AWS and Amazon Bedrock and support the development of scalable AI platforms and services.
  • Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to translate complex requirements into secure, scalable, and maintainable AI solutions.

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 in Charlotte, NC. 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

  • Strong experience designing and delivering Generative AI solution architectures, including LLM-powered applications and AI agents.
  • Hands-on experience with LLMs, AI agents, prompt engineering, and context engineering.
  • Experience developing GenAI solutions using technologies such as GPT-4/4o, Claude, Gemini, and Llama.
  • Strong experience with AWS, Amazon Bedrock, cloud-native architecture, APIs, and microservices.
  • Experience leveraging GitHub Copilot and AI-assisted development tools within enterprise software engineering environments.
  • Strong understanding of CI/CD, DevOps, and modern software engineering practices.
  • Experience with AI platform engineering and integrating AI capabilities into enterprise applications.
  • Strong stakeholder leadership and the ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.

These will help you stand out

  • Experience with Palantir.
  • Knowledge of the insurance domain and associated business processes.
  • Experience leading AI-first engineering or enterprise GenAI transformation initiatives.
  • Experience designing reusable AI platforms, orchestration frameworks, or agent-based solutions.
  • Ability to provide technical leadership and influence architecture and engineering decisions across cross-functional teams.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applicants will be accepted till 12/03/2026

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

The annual salary for this position will be in the range of $140,000 - $160,000 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.

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!

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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.

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 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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