AI Engineer – AWS & Openai

Hybrid Cloud Solutions Architect

We are seeking a highly skilled professional with 7 to 10 years of experience to join our team in a hybrid work model. The ideal candidate will have expertise in AWS, OpenAI GPT3.5 & 4, LLMs - Open Sources, Java, C++, and Python. This role involves designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions that leverage these technologies to drive innovation and efficiency. The position operates in a day shift with no travel required.

In this role, you will:

• Design and implement scalable architectures using AWS to support complex applications and services.
• Develop and integrate AI models using OpenAI GPT3.5 & 4 to enhance product capabilities and user experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy LLMs - Open Sources, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.
• Utilize Java, C++, and Python to build robust and efficient software solutions that meet business requirements.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation of AI models to ensure accuracy and reliability in real-world applications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from initial concept through to deployment and maintenance.
• Ensure all solutions adhere to industry's best practices and regulatory standards, maintaining high levels of security and compliance.
• Analyze and optimize system performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications and actionable plans.
• Drive innovation by staying up to date with the latest advancements in AI and cloud technologies, applying them to enhance company offerings.
• Document all architectural designs and processes, ensuring clear communication and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Engage in regular code reviews to maintain high-quality standards and promote best practices.

Work model: Hybrid

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 2-3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in New York, NY. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

What you need to have to be considered:

• Strong background in AWS, with proven experience in designing and deploying cloud-based solutions.
• Expertise in OpenAI GPT3.5 & 4, with a track record of successful AI model implementations.
• Deep understanding of LLMs - Open Sources and their application in various domains.
• Proficient in Java, C++, and Python, with the ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Experience in leading technical projects and collaborating with diverse teams to achieve common goals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically and creatively to overcome challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Applications will be accepted until December 28th, 2025. The annual salary for this position is between $120,500 - $135,000 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.

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What we offer:

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents —from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

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 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Other employment-related information 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, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.