Instructional Designer and Technologist, AI and Big Data

About Cognizant Corporate

Cognizant Corporate is a global community united by a shared purpose: to make a meaningful impact. We are committed to excellence and driven by outcomes that matter. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, and our forward-thinking mindset fuels continuous learning, innovation, and growth.

At Cognizant, careers transcend titles. We empower our people to think strategically, inspire others, and lead with purpose - always guided by our core values. Join us in shaping future of business. Could you be the one to make a difference?

We are seeking an experienced SME to deliver high-impact training in Data skills and AI skills. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise, strong industry experience, and a passion for teaching and mentoring early-career professionals.

* Data pipelines, ETL/ELT, data modeling, orchestration (e.g., Airflow, Prefect).

* Big data ecosystems:
Spark, Databricks, Snowflake, Big Query.

* Programming: strong Python and SQL; R familiarity is a plus.

* Machine Learning & Deep Learning:
Tensor Flow, PyTorch, Hugging Face.

* Generative & Agentic AI:
Lang Chain, Lang Graph, Crew.ai.

* Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP.

* MLOps practices (model lifecycle, deployment, monitoring).

* Data visualization:
Tableau, Power BI, matplotlib.

* Data governance, security, compliance best practices

Key Responsibilities

* Design, develop, and deliver instructor-led and virtual training sessions in Data Engineering and AI Engineering topics

* Teach foundational and advanced concepts, including:

* Data pipeline development, ETL/ELT, data modeling, and orchestration (Airflow, Prefect)

* Big data technologies (Spark, Databricks, Snowflake, Big Query)

* Machine learning and deep learning (Tensor Flow, PyTorch, Hugging Face)

* Generative AI and Agentic AI frameworks (Lang Chain, Langgraph, Crew.ai)

* Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and MLOps practices

* Data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, matplotlib)

* Data governance, security, and compliance best practices

* Develop curriculum, training materials, labs, and assessments aligned to Cognizant's GenC profiles

* Mentor and coach learners, providing feedback and guidance on technical projects and capstone assignments

* Collaborate with L&D, business unit SMEs, and stakeholders to ensure training meets organizational needs

* Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in AI and Data Engineering

* Support continuous improvement of training programs through learner feedback and outcome analysis

* Certification in relevant technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP, Data Engineering, AI/ML) is a plus

Work model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance in our Cognizant office in Teaneck, NJ or Plano, TX during instructor-led training. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until March 11,2026.

The annual salary for this position is between $100,000 - $115,000, 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 law.