Job Description
π Summary
Cognizant is hiring an experienced Generative AI Engineer in Chennai to drive innovation in Large Language Models (LLMs), deep learning, and multimodal AI solutions. This full-time, hybrid role offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced AI tools and cloud technologies like AWS, Azure, and GCP. As a Gen AI Engineer, youβll develop and fine-tune AI models such as GANs, VAEs, and Transformers, integrate them into scalable systems, and work with cross-functional teams to power real-world applications.
If you’re a data-driven AI professional looking to advance your career with a global tech leader, this is your chance.
π Job Details at a Glance
| Job Title | Gen AI Engineer |
|---|---|
| Location | Chennai, India |
| Work Model | Hybrid |
| Interview Mode | In-Person (Scheduled Interview) |
| Job Category | Technology & Engineering |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Experience Required | 3β8 Years |
| Shift | Day Shift |
| Primary Skills | Python, Transformers, GANs, VAEs, NLP |
| Cloud Platforms | Azure, AWS, GCP |
| Job ID | 00064541494 |
π Key Responsibilities
As a Gen AI Engineer at Cognizant, you’ll play a critical role in AI-driven solution development. Your core responsibilities will include:
- Preparing, cleaning, and augmenting data for LLM training and evaluation
- Developing large-scale models like GANs, VAEs, and Transformers
- Fine-tuning Large Language Models (LLMs) on domain-specific datasets
- Building backend services using Python or .NET for AI integration
- Designing and maintaining AI pipelines and data workflows
- Implementing chunking, embeddings, and vector database techniques
- Deploying AI solutions on cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
- Ensuring robustness, efficiency, and scalability of deployed models
- Collaborating with DevOps, Data Scientists, and Product teams
- Staying up to date with the latest in AI/ML, NLP, and deep learning
π‘ Required Skills & Experience
- Solid background in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and AI model architecture
- Proficiency in Python and libraries like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras
- Hands-on experience with Generative AI models: GANs, VAEs, Transformers
- Knowledge of Natural Language Processing (NLP) for text parsing and generation
- Familiarity with GPT models, sentiment analysis, and contextual understanding
- Experience with synthetic data generation and augmentation techniques
- Ability to deploy and manage AI models in production environments
- Working knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD for AI workflows
- Experience with Azure Cognitive Services, OpenAI, or similar platforms
- Strong communication skills and team collaboration mindset
π Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Masterβs Degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or Data Science
- 3β8 years of professional experience in AI/ML or Data Engineering
- Exposure to cloud-native architectures and LLMOps is a plus
- Proven track record in building and deploying production-ready AI systems
π Why Join Cognizant?
- Work with world-class AI experts on cutting-edge Generative AI initiatives
- Access ongoing professional development and global learning platforms
- Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-first culture
- Build impactful solutions that drive digital transformation at scale
- Competitive benefits, global exposure, and meaningful career growth
β Apply Now
Are you ready to unlock the next level of your AI career?
π Apply Now via Cognizant Careers
π Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a scheduled in-person interview in Chennai.