AI/ML Cloud Engineer

Cognizant; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services company is seeking a skilled AI/ML Cloud Engineer with expertise in Python and AWS. The candidate will design and deploy cloud-native applications leveraging advanced technologies. Responsibilities include implementing scalable serverless applications and managing data pipelines while working within a supportive team environment. The position offers flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits, fostering a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive total rewards package

Flexible health and financial benefits

True work-life balance

Diversity inclusion initiatives

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience with Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Understanding of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).
• Extensive experience in AWS RDS (Relational Database Service) / SQL.
• Hands-on experience with AWS IAM (roles and policies).
• Mandatory experience in vector databases such as OpenSearch and PostgreSQL.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable serverless applications using AWS services.
• Manage data pipelines and storage using Amazon S3.
• Develop event-driven architecture and microservices for AI/ML workloads.

Skills

Python programming

AWS Bedrock

Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)

Large Language Models (LLMs)

AWS IAM

SQL

OpenSearch

PostgreSQL

React

TypeScript

Education

Diploma or degree in IT

Job description

Job Description - External

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated AI/ML Cloud Engineer with deep expertise in Python programming and Amazon Web Services (AWS). The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with AWS Bedrock serverless architecture and Large Language Models (LLMs) particularly Anthropic Claude 3.5 Sonnet v2. You will be responsible for designing, developing and deploying intelligent cloud‑native applications that leverage Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) and prompt engineering techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable serverless applications using AWS Lambda, Step Functions, EventBridge, SQS and SNS.
• Manage data pipelines and storage using Amazon S3 and integrate with Textract for document processing workflows.
• Develop event‑driven architecture and microservices to support AI/ML workloads.

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work‑life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

Location: US/Canada – Remote.

Please note, this role will not offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of experience with Large Language Models (LLMs particularly Anthropic Claude 3.5 Sonnet v2.
• Understanding of Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG).
• Extensive experience in AWS RDS (Relational Database Service) / SQL.
• Hands‑on experience with AWS IAM (roles and policies).
• Mandatory experience in vector databases such as OpenSearch and PostgreSQL.
• Nice to have experience with React and TypeScript.

Nice to have

• Diploma or degree in IT.

What we offer

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award‑winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on‑the‑job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents. — from day one.
• True work‑life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

About us

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 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.

Other employment‑related information

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, provincial or local laws.

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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company‑wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.