Senior Full-Stack AI ML Engineer

We are seeking a Full-Stack AI ML Engineer where you will leverage your expertise in Azure Platform, Python, Rest API and cutting-edge technologies like Google Gemini and Azure Open AI GPT3. You will play a pivotal role in developing and optimizing machine learning models and natural language processing applications.

About Cognizant’s CIS Practice:

Cognizant’s CIS (Cognizant Infrastructure Services) Practice is a global leader in providing IT infrastructure services. We deliver innovative solutions to optimize and transform IT infrastructure, ensuring business agility and operational efficiency. Our services include cloud computing, data center management, network services, and cybersecurity. We focus on understanding client needs and delivering customized solutions to drive business success.

In this role, you will:

Core Technical Skills (Required)

• Python Development (5+ years): Advanced proficiency with async/await, dataclasses, type hints
• Machine Learning & AI (3+ years):
  • Scikit-learn, NumPy, Pandas for data analysis
  • Vector embeddings and similarity calculations
  • Clustering algorithms (K-means, DBSCAN)
  • Experience with OpenAI API and LLM integration
• Web Development (3+ years):
  • Flask framework for REST APIs
  • HTML/CSS/JavaScript for frontend interfaces
  • Jinja2 templating and responsive design
• Data Processing:
  • YAML/JSON parsing and validation
  • OpenAPI specification understanding
  • Large dataset processing and optimization

Specialized Skills

• Semantic Analysis: Experience with sentence transformers, embedding models
• API Architecture: RESTful design, OpenAPI/Swagger specifications
• Performance Optimization: Caching strategies, async processing
• Testing: pytest, test-driven development, integration testing

What you’ll need to succeed (required skills):

• Bachelors degree in computer science or related degree
• Python Development (5+ years): Advanced proficiency with async/await data classes type hints
• Machine Learning & AI (3+ years):
• Web Development (3+ years):

Note: *Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future* . 

Applications will be accepted until Feb 11, 2026.

Compensation: Annual compensation between $90,000 -$107,000 is being offered for this role. 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.

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

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.