About the Position

GenAI Solutions Architect

Location: Remote

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job ID: 00070021851

As a GenAI Solutions Architect, you will make an impact by leading AI-first engineering initiatives and designing enterprise-scale Generative AI solutions that accelerate innovation and business transformation. You will be a valued member of our AI & Digital Engineering team and work collaboratively with business leaders, product teams, architects, and engineering organizations to deliver scalable, cloud-native AI solutions that drive measurable business outcomes.

Responsibilities

Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise Generative AI solutions across business and technology programs.
Design scalable, cloud-native architectures leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs), AI agents, APIs, orchestration frameworks, and microservices.
Build and deploy AI-powered applications using technologies such as GPT, Claude, Gemini, Llama, and advanced Prompt and Context Engineering techniques.
Drive AI-assisted software engineering practices using tools such as GitHub Copilot and other AI development solutions to improve engineering productivity and accelerate delivery.
Architect and implement solutions leveraging AWS, Amazon Bedrock, and modern cloud technologies.
Establish best practices for AI platform engineering, responsible AI adoption, DevOps, and CI/CD automation.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define AI strategies, solution roadmaps, and implementation approaches.
Provide technical leadership and mentor engineering teams on AI architecture, platform engineering, and cloud-native development.

Requirements

Proven experience designing and delivering Generative AI solutions in enterprise environments.
Strong expertise in LLMs, AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, and Context Engineering.
Experience building cloud-native applications using AWS, including AI and platform services.
Experience with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar technologies.
Strong understanding of APIs, microservices, distributed systems, and modern software architecture patterns.
Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and engineering automation practices.
Strong stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
Experience leading architecture discussions and influencing enterprise technology strategy.

Nice to Have

Experience with Amazon Bedrock, AI platform engineering, and agentic AI frameworks.
Knowledge of Palantir or similar enterprise AI and data platforms.
Experience implementing AI governance and responsible AI practices.
Insurance industry experience.
Experience leading enterprise AI transformation initiatives.
Experience mentoring architects and engineering teams on AI adoption and best practices.

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 requiring 3 days per week onsite at a client location in Charlotte, North Carolina, or Jersey City, NJ with the remaining days worked remotely.

Salary and Other Compensation

Applicants will be accepted till 9/03/2026

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 $119,000 - $139,000 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.

We Offer

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

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.

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.

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

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