GCP AI Architect - Vertex Gemini Pro Expert (Hybrid)

Cognizant; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays plus PTO

401(k) plan and contributions

Disability insurance (Long‑term/Short‑

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an experienced AI Architect with deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) AI services to design and implement enterprise-scale AI solutions. The role requires hands-on experience with Gemini Pro, Vertex AI, and Vector Search, and strong consulting skills to work with business and technology stakeholders.

The position is hybrid, with three days per week in a Cognizant office in Chicago, IL, and a focus on architecture leadership, security, and performance across complex

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing and implementing AI/ML solutions on GCP.
• Strong consulting and client-facing skills for enterprise projects.
• Ability to define AI strategies and translate requirements into scalable architectures.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deliver AI/Generative AI solutions leveraging GCP services like Gemini Pro, Vertex AI, and Vector Search.
• Partner with clients to define AI strategies and translate business needs into scalable solutions.
• Lead AI design, implementation and deployment with focus on security and performance.
• Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance throughout projects.
• Drive client discussions, workshops, and solution presentations at an architect level.

Skills

AI architecture

GCP AI services

Client facing

Solution design

Tools

Gemini Pro

Vertex AI

Vector Search

Job description

Cognizant is seeking an experienced AI Architect with deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) AI services to design and implement enterprise-scale AI solutions. The role requires hands-on experience with Gemini Pro, Vertex AI, and Vector Search, and strong consulting skills to work with business and technology stakeholders.

The position is hybrid, with three days per week in a Cognizant office in Chicago, IL, and a focus on architecture leadership, security, and performance across complex