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You will apply Generative AI tools across the software development lifecycle while working across application development, APIs, cloud engineering, DevOps, databases, and AI architecture.\nYou will collaborate across engineering disciplines to build scalable solutions and accelerate application development and modernization across AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform environments.\nWork model\nThis is an on-site role based on business requirements in Phoenix, AZ. Regardless of work arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs.\nThe working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.\nImportant Disclaimer:\n**Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.**\nIn this role, you will:\nLeverage Generative AI development tools such as Devin, Claude, Codex, GitHub Copilot, or similar technologies to accelerate software development, testing, and cloud-platform changes.\nDevelop and enhance scalable API and user interface solutions using technologies including Java, Spring Boot, Angular, React, Node.js, and Python.\nDesign and build cloud-native solutions across AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform, including CI/CD pipelines, DevOps capabilities, and database engineering.\nArchitect enterprise-scale AI agent solutions, including trust layers, grounding strategies, and cross-agent governance frameworks that support responsible AI adoption.\nWork as a polyglot engineer across software development, quality engineering, cloud engineering, and database engineering to successfully deliver pilots and innovative technology solutions.\nWhat you need to have to be considered\n8+ years of professional software engineering experience, including hands-on experience applying Generative AI tools such as Devin, Claude, Codex, GitHub Copilot, or similar technologies to engineering activities.\nStrong polyglot development experience with Java and Spring Boot plus modern technologies such as Angular, React, Node.js, and/or Python.\nStrong experience designing, developing, and integrating APIs within modern distributed or cloud-native applications.\nHands-on expertise with Model Context Protocol (MCP), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) at scale, and grounding strategies, along with knowledge of knowledge graphs and ontology engineering.\nExperience designing or developing cloud-native solutions using AWS, Microsoft Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform.\nThese will help you stand out\nExperience implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices within cloud-native engineering environments.\nHands-on database engineering experience.\nExperience supporting or executing application migrations across Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform.\nExperience applying Generative AI tools across development and testing activities.\nWe're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.\nSalary and Other Compensation:\nApplications will be accepted until November 14th, 2026.\nThe annual salary for this position is between $69,000 - $123,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.\nThis position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.\nBenefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:\nMedical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance\nPaid holidays plus Paid Time Off\n401(k) plan and contributions\nLong-term/Short-term Disability\nPaid Parental Leave\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan\nDisclaimer:\nThe salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. 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