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Gen AI Developer

Cognizant
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2026
This is a hybrid role (3-4 days a week) – Washington DC

Location: The position is based at the World Bank headquarters in Washington D.C.

Job Title - Gen AI Developer

  • Unfortunately no visa dependent profiles can be considered**

Job Summary

A degree in Computer Science Data Science AI or a related field.

Proficiency in programming languages such as Python.

Experience with AI frameworks and libraries (e.g. TensorFlow PyTorch).

Knowledge of natural language processing and generative AI models.

Experience with LangChain LangGraph and building platform services.

Experience in building solutions leveraging Agentic AI.

Knowledge and experience with Google Cloud services Azure technologies

At least 6 to 8 years of experience in AI

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of scalable secure cloud architectures for enterprise solutions leveraging LLM models from Google and OpenAI.

Build applications with vector databases and LangChain and understand text embeddings.

Develop and maintain cloud-based solutions that integrate LLM models to enhance search capabilities and user experience.

Demonstrate experience in Azure technologies including ASE Azure Functions Azure API Management Azure Service Bus Logic Apps Azure Storage Azure Cognitive Services Azure Cosmos DB Azure Data Factory Databricks Azure Data Lake and caching technologies.

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members ensuring best practices in cloud architecture and LLM model integration.

Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices in cloud architecture and data handling particularly when dealing with sensitive information processed by LLM models.

Address performance and production issues with extensive knowledge in logging and monitoring using tools such as Splunk and AppInsights.

Possess sound technical knowledge and understanding of infrastructure design including private and public cloud.

Establish systems to supervise the operating efficiency of existing application systems and provide proactive maintenance.

Participate in systems design working within an established framework and provide direction to a team of staff and contractors in their area of expertise.

Stay updated with the latest industry trends cloud technologies and advancements in LLM models to continually improve enterprise search solutions.

Exhibit strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to mentor and guide technical teams and excellent communication skills to articulate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Create detailed architectural documentation and design patterns and possess knowledge of security standards and compliance requirements in a cloud environment.

Salary And Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $ 115-135K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) plan and contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable la

Salary : $115,000 - $135,000

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