Job Description

Salary: $120,000 - 165,000 per year Requirements:

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• We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications:
• 15 years of experience in IT and architecture, including practical engineering experience.
• At least 5 years in AI/ML, with a minimum of 1 year in Generative and Agentic AI.
• Proficiency in model training techniques such as SFT, RLHF, and LoRA, along with RAG and evaluation methods.
• Certifications in at least two cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong expertise in MLOps/LLMOps and AI governance.
• Experience advising CxOs and leading strategic AI initiatives.
• Demonstrated leadership in building cross-functional AI teams.
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Responsibilities:

• In this role, you will:
• Design and implement cloud-native AI platforms utilizing LLMs, SLMs, and multi-agent orchestration.
• Guide Fortune 500 clients on AI strategy and transformational solutions.
• Deliver customized AI use cases across various industries.
• Oversee model development, fine-tuning, and optimization efforts.
• Establish MLOps/LLMOps pipelines and governance frameworks.
• Build and mentor AI teams while developing best practices.
• Collaborate with hyperscalers, startups, and independent software vendors (ISVs) to co-innovate.
• Contribute to thought leadership through publications and participation in forums.
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Technologies:

• AI
• AWS
• Azure
• Cloud
• GCP
• Phoenix
• Architect
• Support

More:

This is a hybrid role that requires 2 to 3 days per week in a Cognizant or client office located in Phoenix, AZ, or Minneapolis, MN. We are committed to flexible work arrangements and encourage a healthy work-life balance through our well-being programs.

To stand out, having the following will be advantageous:
- Publications or patents related to Agentic AI or LLMOps.
- Thought leadership represented in industry events or media.
- Extensive domain expertise in one or more specific sectors.
- Experience with AgentOps, model evaluation, and AI observability tools.

The annual salary for this position ranges from $120K to $165K, contingent upon experience and qualifications. This role is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, which is performance-based.

Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Our strength lies in our collaborative spirit, leveraging our diverse backgrounds for innovative solutions. We seek individuals who thrive in dynamic environments and are inspired to create impactful solutions through genuine collaboration. If you enjoy navigating ambiguity, embrace change, and excel with autonomy, we would be excited to hear from you! Apply Now!

last updated 1 week of 2026

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Flexible hours, 2 days per week, 3 days per week,

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