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Get Access To All JobsGenAI Engineer – ITRAC | Senior Associate
Location: Texas, USA
Hybrid delivery locations: Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; New Jersey; Atlanta, GA
About Cognizant Consulting
Cognizant Consulting is Cognizant’s global consulting organisation, helping clients navigate complex technology and business transformations. We combine industry expertise, modern engineering, and AI-driven innovation to deliver measurable outcomes at enterprise scale. Our consultants work closely with clients while operating within established governance, security, and delivery frameworks.
Role Overview
As a GenAI Engineer – ITRAC | Senior Associate, you will design, build, and support Generative AI (GenAI) solutions across enterprise platforms within the telecommunications domain.
This is a hands-on engineering role, focused on developing reliable, secure, and scalable GenAI components—including services, orchestration layers, and retrieval pipelines—under the guidance of senior team members and architects.
The role supports Cliescale delivery programs, requiring adherence to standard SDLC, ITSM, security, and change management practices. You will also contribute to Cognizant’s agentification initiatives, supporting human-in-the-loop AI agents that automate repeatable tasks in a controlled, auditable manner.
Key Responsibilities
GenAI Application Engineering
- Design, develop, and enhance GenAI applications, including APIs, orchestration workflows, retrieval components, and integrations with enterprise systems.
- Build and maintain application code, automated tests, and basic monitoring to support performance and operational stability.
- Support secure deployment of GenAI solutions across development, test, and production environments.
- Follow established coding standards, quality controls, and security guidelines.
Telecommunications Domain Enablement
- Apply GenAI capabilities to telecom use cases such as:
- Agent assist
- Knowledge retrieval
- Incident triage
- Order management
- Billing enquiries
- Operational workflow automation
- Ensure solutions comply with telecom regulatory requirements, data privacy standards, and enterprise governance policies.
Agentification & Human-in-the-Loop AI Support
- Support identification and implementation of high-volume, repeatable tasks suitable for AI-assisted execution.
- Assist in configuring and validating human-in-the-loop agents using approved tools, workflows, and controls.
- Contribute to incremental delivery (pilot to scale) by supporting:
- Prompt and template updates
- Evaluation harness execution
- Retrieval content validation
- Monitoring and reporting summaries
- Escalate risks, quality concerns, and compliance issues to senior engineers or architects as needed.
Continuous Learning & Quality Engineering
- Build working knowledge of GenAI techniques, including:
- Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)
- Prompt engineering and tuning
- Model evaluation and quality metrics
- Guardrails and safety controls
- Participate in structured experiments to evaluate solution quality, safety, and business impact.
- Apply feedback to improve reliability, usability, and governance alignment.
Enterprise Delivery & Governance
- Operate effectively within large, regulated enterprise environments.
- Adhere to standard SDLC and ITSM processes, including documentation, change controls, and security reviews.
- Communicate progress clearly within the team and provide accurate, well-documented updates.
Proficiency Expectations
- Senior Associate (target level):
- Executes assigned engineering tasks independently with periodic guidance
- Contributes to GenAI application builds and agent workflows
- Validates GenAI outputs against defined quality and compliance standards
- Documents work consistently and follows established engineering practices
Required Qualifications
- Experience building or supporting enterprise-grade GenAI or AI-enabled applications.
- Working experience with APIs, orchestration frameworks, and system integrations.
- Exposure to telecommunications or similarly regulated industries.
- Understanding of SDLC, ITSM, security, and change management principles.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Consulting or client-facing delivery experience in large enterprise environments.
- Exposure to human-in-the-loop or agent-based AI solutions.
- Familiarity with AI governance, audit readiness, or compliance documentation.
Work Model
Hybrid (3 days per week onsite)
Associates are expected to work onsite three days per week at a Cognizant office or client location in Dallas/Fort Worth, New Jersey, or Atlanta, based on business needs.
Compensation
The annual salary for this position is dependent on experience, role alignment, and geographic location. Cognizant offers competitive compensation aligned with market standards for Senior Associate consulting roles in the United States.
Benefits
Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions
- Learning and professional development programs
- Employee wellness and support initiatives
Equal Opportunity Statement
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Post Closing Date
This position will remain open until 31 May 2027, subject to business requirements.
The Cognizant community:
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.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world.
GenAI Engineer – ITRAC | Senior Associate
Location: Texas, USA
Hybrid delivery locations: Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; New Jersey; Atlanta, GA
About Cognizant Consulting
Cognizant Consulting is Cognizant’s global consulting organisation, helping clients navigate complex technology and business transformations. We combine industry expertise, modern engineering, and AI-driven innovation to deliver measurable outcomes at enterprise scale. Our consultants work closely with clients while operating within established governance, security, and delivery frameworks.
Role Overview
As a GenAI Engineer – ITRAC | Senior Associate, you will design, build, and support Generative AI (GenAI) solutions across enterprise platforms within the telecommunications domain.
This is a hands-on engineering role, focused on developing reliable, secure, and scalable GenAI components—including services, orchestration layers, and retrieval pipelines—under the guidance of senior team members and architects.
The role supports Cliescale delivery programs, requiring adherence to standard SDLC, ITSM, security, and change management practices. You will also contribute to Cognizant’s agentification initiatives, supporting human-in-the-loop AI agents that automate repeatable tasks in a controlled, auditable manner.
Key Responsibilities
GenAI Application Engineering
- Design, develop, and enhance GenAI applications, including APIs, orchestration workflows, retrieval components, and integrations with enterprise systems.
- Build and maintain application code, automated tests, and basic monitoring to support performance and operational stability.
- Support secure deployment of GenAI solutions across development, test, and production environments.
- Follow established coding standards, quality controls, and security guidelines.
Telecommunications Domain Enablement
- Apply GenAI capabilities to telecom use cases such as:
- Agent assist
- Knowledge retrieval
- Incident triage
- Order management
- Billing enquiries
- Operational workflow automation
- Ensure solutions comply with telecom regulatory requirements, data privacy standards, and enterprise governance policies.
Agentification & Human-in-the-Loop AI Support
- Support identification and implementation of high-volume, repeatable tasks suitable for AI-assisted execution.
- Assist in configuring and validating human-in-the-loop agents using approved tools, workflows, and controls.
- Contribute to incremental delivery (pilot to scale) by supporting:
- Prompt and template updates
- Evaluation harness execution
- Retrieval content validation
- Monitoring and reporting summaries
- Escalate risks, quality concerns, and compliance issues to senior engineers or architects as needed.
Continuous Learning & Quality Engineering
- Build working knowledge of GenAI techniques, including:
- Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)
- Prompt engineering and tuning
- Model evaluation and quality metrics
- Guardrails and safety controls
- Participate in structured experiments to evaluate solution quality, safety, and business impact.
- Apply feedback to improve reliability, usability, and governance alignment.
Enterprise Delivery & Governance
- Operate effectively within large, regulated enterprise environments.
- Adhere to standard SDLC and ITSM processes, including documentation, change controls, and security reviews.
- Communicate progress clearly within the team and provide accurate, well-documented updates.
Proficiency Expectations
- Senior Associate (target level):
- Executes assigned engineering tasks independently with periodic guidance
- Contributes to GenAI application builds and agent workflows
- Validates GenAI outputs against defined quality and compliance standards
- Documents work consistently and follows established engineering practices
Required Qualifications
- Experience building or supporting enterprise-grade GenAI or AI-enabled applications.
- Working experience with APIs, orchestration frameworks, and system integrations.
- Exposure to telecommunications or similarly regulated industries.
- Understanding of SDLC, ITSM, security, and change management principles.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Consulting or client-facing delivery experience in large enterprise environments.
- Exposure to human-in-the-loop or agent-based AI solutions.
- Familiarity with AI governance, audit readiness, or compliance documentation.
Work Model
Hybrid (3 days per week onsite)
Associates are expected to work onsite three days per week at a Cognizant office or client location in Dallas/Fort Worth, New Jersey, or Atlanta, based on business needs.
Compensation
The annual salary for this position is dependent on experience, role alignment, and geographic location. Cognizant offers competitive compensation aligned with market standards for Senior Associate consulting roles in the United States.
Benefits
Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions
- Learning and professional development programs
- Employee wellness and support initiatives
Equal Opportunity Statement
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Post Closing Date
This position will remain open until 31 May 2027, subject to business requirements.
The Cognizant community:
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.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world.
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Align your resume to SOC codes
GenAI Engineer roles are typically filed under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or 15-2051 (Data Scientists). Match your resume's job titles and skill descriptions to the SOC code your target employer will use when certifying your prevailing wage with DOL.
Verify prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for your target SOC code and work location before any offer conversation. Knowing the certified wage floor protects you from offers that won't survive USCIS scrutiny.
Target employers with LCA history in AI roles
Search Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-1B filing history specifically in AI and machine learning job titles. Companies that have certified LCAs for GenAI roles before understand the specialty occupation documentation requirements and move faster through the process.
Document your model architecture contributions
USCIS RFEs for software roles increasingly challenge whether the position truly requires a specific degree. Build a work portfolio showing your direct contributions to LLM fine-tuning, RAG pipelines, or model evaluation frameworks to support the specialty occupation determination.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before cap-gap reliance
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT to H-1B status and relying on the cap-gap extension, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. An employer that isn't enrolled can't legally employ you during the cap-gap period even with a timely-filed petition.
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Find Genai Engineer JobsGenai Engineer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a GenAI Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, machine learning, or applied mathematics. USCIS looks at whether the degree requirement is standard for entry into the occupation, so your employer's job description must specify the degree field, not just list it as preferred.
Which SOC code do employers typically use when filing H-1B petitions for GenAI Engineers?
Most employers file under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or SOC 15-2051 (Data Scientists), depending on whether the role centers on building AI-powered applications or developing and evaluating models. The SOC code determines which prevailing wage level DOL certifies, so confirm with your employer which code they plan to use before the LCA is submitted.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for GenAI Engineer roles?
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history filtered by AI and machine learning job titles, so you can identify companies that have already navigated the specialty occupation certification process for roles like yours. This is more reliable than guessing from general company reputation, since actual DOL filings confirm sponsorship willingness.
Can I change employers mid-H-1B if a better GenAI role comes along?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, as long as your previous status was lawfully maintained. The new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL certified for the new role and work location before USCIS can adjudicate the transfer petition.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for a GenAI Engineer position?
The employer's support letter must explain why the specific role requires a degree in a directly related field, not just a general technology background. Supporting evidence that helps includes O*NET job zone data for the occupation, internal job postings that list degree requirements, and your own work samples showing work that requires specialized knowledge, such as model training pipelines or RAG architecture design documents.
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