GenAi - Senior Architect

At Cognizant, we aim to deliver flexibility wherever possible and promote a strong work-life balance through a range of wellbeing programs. In line with the business needs for this role, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a Cognizant office in Chennai, Bangalore, or Hyderabad.

Work arrangement details listed for this role are accurate as of the posting date and may change depending on project and client requirements.

What you need to have to be considered

• 12+ years of IT experience, including 5+ years in AI/ML and practical experience in Generative AI / Agentic AI
• Deep expertise in designing and implementing Generative AI and multi-agent systems at enterprise scale
• Demonstrated experience in enterprise architecture, including frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman
• Hands-on experience with cloud AI platforms including AWS (SageMaker, Bedrock), Azure AI (Studio/Foundry), or Google Vertex AI
• Experience establishing AI governance models, compliance frameworks, and enterprise AI strategies
• Capability to architect scalable solutions that integrate AI platforms across enterprise ecosystems
• Strong stakeholder management experience, including collaboration with senior leadership

These will help you stand out

• Experience with enterprise GenAI solutions such as Salesforce Einstein GPT, ServiceNow Now Assist, SAP Joule, Workday AI, or Oracle AI Services
• Experience designing and supporting hybrid and multi-cloud AI deployment approaches
• Knowledge of AI observability, agent lifecycle management, and interoperability standards
• Experience mentoring architects and leading high-performing AI engineering teams
• Active involvement in AI communities, industry forums, or thought leadership initiatives