Generative AI Architect

Cognizant · Chennai, Tamil Nadu · Posted Yesterday

About this role

Architecting the Future: Agentic AI & Enterprise Transformation Join us in shaping the next wave of enterprise innovation through Generative and Agentic AI. We are seeking a pragmatic futurist and business-savvy technologist to redefine how enterprises operate in the AI-first era. This strategic role is available across Cognizant’s key delivery locations in India. You will lead the design, adoption, and scaling of Generative and Agentic AI ecosystems for our most strategic clients. This role blends advisory, hands-on solutioning, and practice-building leadership to ensure AI delivers tangible, industry-specific business outcomes. Core Responsibilities • Architect & Implement Enterprise AI Ecosystems Design and implement modular, scalable AI platforms that integrate Large Language Models (LLMs), Small Language Models (SLMs), and multi-agent orchestration. Ensure architectures are cloud-native, secure, and industry-compliant. • Drive AI Strategy Serve as the anchor architect for major client accounts. Lead C-level discussions to define AI roadmaps that link technology to measurable business outcomes. Influence long-term investment strategies. • Industry-Specific AI Solutions Envision, Design and Deliver verticalized AI use cases across one or more industries, including Banking & Financial Services, Consumer Goods, Energy & Utilities, Healthcare, Insurance, Life Sciences, Logistics, Manufacturing, Media, Retail, Telecom, and Travel & Hospitality. • Develop, Train & Optimize Mode