Agentic and Gen AI Architect - Hybrid
Company: Cognizant
Location: Fort Lee
Posted on: October 30, 2025
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Job Description:
Gen AI and Agentic AI Architect Job ID: 00065790971 Location:
Teaneck, NJ or Plano, TX (Hybrid – 2 to 3 days per week in office)
Role Summary We are seeking a visionary and pragmatic AI Architect
to lead the design and implementation of Generative and Agentic AI
ecosystems for Cognizant’s strategic clients. This role blends
advisory leadership, hands-on solutioning, and practice development
to drive enterprise transformation in the AI-first era. You will
work closely with C-level stakeholders to define AI strategies,
architect scalable platforms, and deliver verticalized AI solutions
across industries. This is a high-impact role for a business-savvy
technologist passionate about shaping the future of enterprise AI.
Key Responsibilities · Design and implement modular, cloud-native
AI platforms integrating LLMs, SLMs, and multi-agent orchestration.
Ensure security, scalability, and compliance with industry
standards. · Lead executive-level engagements to define AI roadmaps
and investment strategies. Serve as the anchor architect for major
client accounts. · Deliver tailored AI use cases across verticals
such as Banking, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, and more. ·
Oversee end-to-end model development including data preparation,
training, fine-tuning (SFT, RLHF, LoRA), deployment, and
optimization. · Establish enterprise-grade pipelines for CI/CD,
monitoring, observability, and compliance. Define governance
frameworks for agent lifecycle management. · Build and lead AI
capability squads. Mentor architects and engineers, contribute to
hiring strategy, and support succession planning. · Collaborate
with hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, GCP), ISVs, and startups to
co-develop offerings and influence partner roadmaps. · Publish
white papers, contribute to patents, and represent Cognizant in
executive roundtables and industry forums. Required Qualifications
· 15 years in IT and enterprise architecture, with hands-on
engineering background (Java/.NET preferred). · 5 years in AI/ML,
including 1 year in Generative & Agentic AI. · Expertise in model
training techniques (SFT, RLHF, LoRA/QLoRA), RAG, and evaluation
pipelines. · Architect-level certifications in at least two
hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, GCP). · Deep experience in MLOps/LLMOps,
including CI/CD, monitoring, and compliance. · Proven track record
in CxO-level advisory and strategic AI engagements. · Familiarity
with AI governance frameworks (NIST RMF, EU AI Act, Responsible
AI). · Strong leadership experience in mentoring and building
cross-functional AI teams. Preferred Qualifications · Publications,
patents, or open-source contributions in Agentic AI or LLMOps. ·
Recognized thought leadership in conferences, panels, or media. ·
Deep domain expertise in one or more industries. · Experience with
AgentOps, model evaluation frameworks, and AI observability tools.
Functional Competencies · Business Acumen · Consultative Mindset ·
Practice Development · Ecosystem Engagement · Pragmatic Execution ·
Executive Communication & Storytelling Salary and Other
Compensation: Applicants will be accepted till 11/24/2025 The
annual salary for this position will be in the range of $120K-$165K
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. Benefits :
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject
to applicable eligibility requirements: 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 Disclaimer: The salary, other
compensation, and benefits 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. Our strength is
built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds
offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It
encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps
us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who
thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful
solutions through true collaboration. If you are content with
ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love
to hear from you! Apply Now!
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