About the Position

AI Engineer – Agentic AI

Location: Burgess Hill, UK

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Model: Hybrid

About the Role

As an AI Engineer specializing in Agentic AI, you will be a hands-on builder contributing to the development of production agentic AI systems that operate on real financial data and serve real customers. You will work alongside experienced engineers, product managers, and designers to design, build, and ship AI-powered features, while learning how to operate within a regulated, customer-facing environment. This role offers strong mentorship and opportunities to grow your technical depth in LLMs, agentic systems, and production AI engineering.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and ship AI-powered features in a regulated environment.
Contribute to the development of production agentic AI systems.
Collaborate with experienced engineers, product managers, and designers.
Learn and apply responsible AI-assisted development tools.

Requirements

Strong software engineering experience with Python (preferred) or Java.
Hands-on experience with Large Language Models (LLMs), including:
- ChatGPT/OpenAI
- Google Gemini
- Anthropic Claude
Experience building and integrating AI Agents and business workflow automation solutions.
Development and integration of microservices-based architectures.
Strong understanding of event-driven programming and distributed systems.
Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka and messaging platforms.
Experience working with Enterprise Data Hubs and data integration platforms.
Strong PostgreSQL database design and development skills.
Experience with AWS and/or GCP cloud platforms.
Hands-on expertise in:
- Kubernetes
- Docker/Containers
- CI/CD pipelines
Knowledge of:
- DevOps
- DevSecOps
- MLOps
- LLMOps
Experience with Agentic AI frameworks and the Agentic Development Lifecycle (ADLC).

Nice to Have

Preferred Domain Experience: Financial Services, Banking, Wealth Management, FinTech, Insurance, or other highly regulated industries.

We Offer

Competitive compensation and benefits.
Opportunities to explore new technologies, industries, and locations.
A supportive and inclusive work environment.

About the Company

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 follow us on Twitter.

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.

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.

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.

Your career, your way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities to explore new technologies, industries, and locations-and build the skills you need to grow your career.

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.

Step 1: Apply to the right opportunity

Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.

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.

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.

Step 4: Decision time

Our team will then review each candidate’s 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.

AI Engineer – Agentic AI

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