Sr. Gen AI Architect with Databricks (Remote) - Cognizant Technology Solutions

 

We are Cognizant Artificial Intelligence
Digital technologies, including analytics and AI, give companies a once-in-a-generation opportunity to perform orders of magnitude better than ever before. But clients need new business models built from analyzing customers and business operations at every angle to really understand them.
With the power to apply artificial intelligence and data science to business decisions via enterprise data management solutions, we help leading companies prototype, refine, validate and scale the most desirable products and delivery models to enterprise scale within weeks

Role and Responsibilities:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Architect to join our forward-thinking team. This role is tailored for a professional who is well-versed in advanced data architectures, specifically with experience in Generative AI, Unity Catalog, Mosaic AI, and Databricks Model Serving. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing our data architecture to support advanced analytics and AI-driven applications.

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Design and implement robust, scalable data architectures that integrate with Databricks environments and other cloud platforms.
- Develop and optimize data pipelines, ensuring efficient data flow that supports machine learning models and real-time analytics.
- Utilize Databricks Unity Catalog for efficient data governance, ensuring secure access to data assets across multiple teams and compliance with data privacy regulations.
- Implement and manage Databricks Model Serving to deploy and maintain machine learning models efficiently, ensuring high availability and low latency of AI applications.
- Work with Mosaic AI to enhance data visualization and decision-making processes through advanced AI-driven insights.
- Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to understand their data requirements and implement solutions that leverage Generative AI capabilities for enhanced data synthesis and analysis.
- Lead the integration of complex datasets with the ability to support and refine data collection and integration practices.
- Ensure architectural solutions are built for performance, reliability, security, and scalability.
- Document architectural solutions and strategies for both technical teams and stakeholders.

**Qualifications:**
- Proven experience as a Data Architect, Data Engineer, or similar role with a focus on AI technologies.
- Strong experience with Databricks platform, including Unity Catalog, and familiarity with Databricks Model Serving.
- Experience with Generative AI technologies and frameworks.
- Proficient in SQL, PySpark, Python
- Knowledge of Mosaic AI and its applications in data environments.
- Excellent understanding of data governance, data quality management, and data security practices.
- Experience with azure cloud services and their data-related services.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

**Preferred Skills:**
- Certifications in Databricks or other relevant technologies.
- Experience in leading data architecture in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.

Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until 05/15/2024.
The annual salary for this position is between $[140,000-$180,000] depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, 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 law.
 

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Employee Status : Full Time Employee

Shift : Day Job

Travel : No

Job Posting : Apr 15 2024

About Cognizant

Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) 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 is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @USJobsCognizant.

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