Job Title - Gen AI Developer
** Location - NYC- Hudson Yards- 3 days a week**
** No visa sponsorship / transfer available for this position**
** Must have - hands on Gen AI development- 1 year and UX- Figma , Adobe**
Job Summary
The Sr. Developer role is pivotal in driving innovation through Generative AI and Machine Learning. With a focus on AI and ML concepts the candidate will leverage their expertise to enhance product offerings. This hybrid position requires a deep understanding of Docker and ML Ops ensuring seamless integration and deployment of AI solutions. The role promises impactful contributions to the companys technological advancements.
Responsibilities
The AI Innovation Studio Engineer is a client facing role responsible for representing and presenting Cognizants AI innovations with clients partners and Cognizant leadership. Operating out of the New York Innovation Studio you will be involved in immersive client conversations showcase applied AI capabilities and support innovation workshops and build pathways to further the sales funnel.
Principal Responsibilities
Client Engagement & Innovation Leadership
Support high impact client conversations demos and workshops to shape AI adoption and accelerate sales opportunities.
Contextualize demo & solution build for clients.
Support building client presentations for the studio visits.
Work with various stakeholders curate refine and maintain a catalog of AI use cases across industries such as Life Sciences BFS Insurance Communications Retail and Government.
Technical skills
Generative AI Artificial Intelligence Agentic AI frameworks like Langchain or Langgraph Python atleast one of AWS Azure and Google
Adobe XD or Figma experience to build content for client presentations.
Key Competencies
Executive communication and facilitation
Strategic problem solving and innovation thinking
High curiosity experimentation mindset and creativity
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until March 25 2026
The annual salary for this position is between $100-120K 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.
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
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.
Disclaimer:
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.