Cognizant Job Alert – Full-Stack AI Engineer (Ace Team)

Company: Cognizant
Program: Ace Team – Campus Hiring 2026
Role: Full-Stack AI Engineer (Associate / Senior Associate)
Job Function: Information Technology
Locations: Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune, Coimbatore, Kochi, Bhubaneswar, Indore, Vizag, Noida, Gurgaon, Mumbai
Employment Type: Full-Time

💰 Compensation

• Associate: ₹12 LPA

• Senior Associate: ₹18 LPA

🌐 About the Role

The Ace Team is Cognizant’s selective engineering program designed for high-potential AI engineers. Selected candidates will work on real client problems using AI-native tools, modern architectures, and full-stack technologies.

You will build production-ready systems such as RAG pipelines, AI agents, and LLM-integrated applications, while working closely with global teams and stakeholders.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

AI-Native Engineering

• Build UI components, REST APIs, and end-to-end AI workflows

• Develop RAG pipelines, agentic systems, and LLM-based applications

• Design prompts, structured outputs, and AI workflows

Solution Design & Architecture

• Translate business requirements into technical solutions

• Contribute to architecture decisions and system design

• Work with unfamiliar codebases and problem statements

Quality & Governance

• Validate AI outputs for accuracy and reliability

• Implement monitoring, logging, and AI guardrails

• Ensure responsible AI and secure development practices

Delivery & Client Impact

• Deliver production-ready features and client demos

• Build prototypes and proof-of-concepts

• Document solutions for scalability

Collaboration

• Communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Work with cross-functional teams and mentor peers

🧠 Skills & Technologies

Programming & Frameworks:
Python, Java / .NET, JavaScript / TypeScript, React / Angular, REST APIs, SQL

AI & LLM:
LLMs, Embeddings, RAG pipelines, Prompt Engineering, LangChain / AutoGen, AI coding tools

Cloud & DevOps:
AWS / Azure / GCP, Git, CI/CD, Containers

Additional (Good to Have):
Vector Databases, FastAPI, Kubernetes, Event-driven architecture

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

• B.E / B.Tech / M.E / M.Tech (Graduating in 2026)

• Strong foundation in Computer Science fundamentals

• Experience in AI/ML or full-stack projects (academic or personal)

• Active interest in AI tools, agents, and modern software development

🚀 Why Apply?

• Work on real enterprise AI projects from day one

• Build advanced AI systems like RAG pipelines and agent-based workflows

• Access Cognizant’s global AI ecosystem and tools

• Learn from experienced architects and industry experts

• Fast-track career growth with structured progression

📝 Important Information

• Application Deadline: 29 April 2026 (11:59 PM)

• Registration is typically coordinated through college placement cells

• Candidates must submit required documents during registration and onboarding

• Final selection and grading are at the discretion of Cognizant

📝 How to Apply

Candidates should apply directly through the official careers portal.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the role offered?
Full-Stack AI Engineer (Associate / Senior Associate)

2. Who can apply?
Engineering students graduating in 2026

3. What is the salary offered?
₹12 LPA (Associate) and ₹18 LPA (Senior Associate)

4. What locations are available?
Multiple locations across India including Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai, and more

5. What technologies will I work on?
AI/LLMs, full-stack development, cloud platforms, and modern DevOps tools

6. Is prior experience required?
Not mandatory, but AI/ML or full-stack project experience is preferred

7. What is the selection process?
Screening, assessments, interviews, and final selection by Cognizant

8. Is this a campus hiring program?
Yes, registration is usually done via college placement cells

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