<p>AI Application Engineer</p> <p>Location: Charlotte, NC or Dallas, TX (ONSITE)</p> <p>Experience Required: 5-8 years in enterprise application development and AI frameworks</p> <p>Summary:</p> <p>We are seeking a highly skilled AI Application Engineer with 5-8 years of experience in enterprise-grade application development and hands-on expertise in cutting-edge AI frameworks. The ideal candidate will design and build intelligent systems leveraging Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and advanced system design principles.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <p>Develop and maintain enterprise-grade applications using Python or Java.</p> <p>Design and implement AI-driven solutions using frameworks such as LangGraph and LangChain.</p> <p>Apply ReAct reasoning patterns to build intelligent agent workflows.</p> <p>Architect and optimize RAG pipelines, including chunking, embedding strategies, and system design.</p> <p>Integrate and manage vector databases and embedding models for efficient retrieval.</p> <p>Collaborate with UI/UX teams to deliver intuitive and responsive interfaces.</p> <p>Ensure scalability, performance, and maintainability of AI applications.</p> <p>Required Skills:</p> <p>5-8 years of experience in Python or Java for enterprise-grade application development.</p> <p>Hands-on experience with LangGraph, LangChain, and ReAct frameworks.</p> <p>Strong understanding of system design, chunking, and embedding strategies in RAG architectures.</p> <p>Familiarity with vector databases and LLM integration.</p> <p>Secondary Skills (Nice to Have):</p> <p>Experience with UI/UX development and modern web frameworks.</p> <p>Exposure to RAG optimization techniques and multi-agent orchestration.</p> <p>Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.</p> <p>The Cognizant community:</p> <p>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.</p> <ul> <li>Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world. </li><li>We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen. </li><li>We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right. </li><li>We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you. </li></ul> <p>About us:</p> <p>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 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Disclaimer:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p>