Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation

Skill: Generative AI Architect

Experience: 5-14 years

Location: Bangalore, India

About Cognizant

Join a rapidly growing consulting and IT services Fortune 500 company with around 350,000 employees worldwide, a very flexible international business, customers that are leaders in their respective sectors, and a high level of commitment.

About CAIL:

The Cognizant AI Labs were created to pioneer scientific innovation and bridge the gap to commercial applications. The AI Labs collaborate with institutions, academia and technology partners to develop groundbreaking AI solutions responsibly. The Lab’s mission is to maximize human potential with decision AI, a combination of multi-agent architectures, generative AI, deep learning, evolutionary AI and trustworthy techniques to create sophisticated decision-making systems. Through scientific publications, open-source software, AI for Good projects and the Cognizant Neuro® AI decisioning platform and Multi-Agent Accelerator, the AI Labs support our goal of improving everyday life.

Role:

As a Lead GenAI Architect you will design, implement and deliver cutting-edge solutions in the field of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI). You are a dynamic individual who is passionate about driving the adoption of AI solutions at scale and thrives in engaging with CxO level executives.

• Engage with CxO-level stakeholders to understand business priorities and articulate how Generative AI solutions can create strategic value.
• Provide thought leadership by sharing insights, trends, and best practices in the Generative AI landscape across industries.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including AI Engineers, Data Scientists, SMEs, and business leaders to identify, design, and pilot high-impact GenAI use cases.
• Conduct feasibility assessments for use cases, including alignment with business strategy, technical viability, risk analysis, and ROI evaluation.
• Drive architecture decisions balancing build vs. buy vs. boost strategies and ensure scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency in GenAI solution design.
• Develop and maintain end-to-end GenAI architectural strategies, leveraging modern cloud-native and hybrid platforms.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate AI frameworks, toolkits, APIs, and platforms that align with business needs and technology standards.
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate technical risks associated with GenAI solution design and deployment.
• Review solution architectures and implementation plans to ensure they meet performance, security, compliance, and maintainability requirements.
• Define and implement governance and monitoring frameworks to track GenAI model performance, usage patterns, ethical considerations, and reliability over time.
• Foster a culture of scientific inquiry, encouraging hypothesis-driven development and data-backed decision-making in GenAI experimentation.
• Develop internal knowledge assets
• Champion responsible AI

Job Description:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, data science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in architecting and implementing AI solutions, with a focus on Generative Artificial Intelligence.
• Strong understanding of AI platforms, tools, and frameworks, and the ability to recommend suitable options based on client needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with CxO level executives and articulate complex technical concepts in a business context.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams in the design and deployment of AI solutions.
• Knowledge of responsible AI practices and ethical considerations.

The Cognizant community:

We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

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.

Disclaimer:

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.