Sr Python Lead Developer - Gen AI (Onsite)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead with 8 to 12 years of experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Google Cloud Services Google Cloud Big Data Azure Open AI Azure GCP Generative AI Python and PySpark. This role involves leading technical projects providing innovative solutions and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software products.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of scalable and efficient architectures using Python Generative AI Azure and GCP Oversee the development and deployment of big data solutions on Google Cloud Platform Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members ensuring best practices are followed Communicate effectively with stakeholders providing regular updates on project progress and challenges

Qualifications

Possess strong expertise in Python and Generative AI with a proven track record of successful projects Demonstrate proficiency in Azure and GCP with hands-on experience in deploying and managing cloud-based solutions Have extensive knowledge of PySpark and its application in big data processing Show experience with Google Cloud - Big Data and Google Cloud - Services leveraging these technologies to build robust solutions Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues Display strong communication and collaboration skills working effectively with cross-functional teams Full software development lifecycle experience Strong object-oriented analysis and design skills Strong Python programming expertise C# nice to have Proven practical expertise in Azure specifically with respect to Authoring deploying debugging and trouble-shooting function apps Function app scaling (horizontally and vertically) Application Insights Log Analytics Workspaces API Management Service Azure Service Bus Capturing and recording usage and other info from APIs proxied by API Management Service API development experience nice to have General understanding of Generative AI models concepts capabilities and usage patterns Experience with Lang chain or other similar abstraction/orchestration library is a benefit Experience with at least one of the following: Azure Open AI models - public API Google Gemini model variants - public API

Certifications Required

Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect Certified Pyspark developer

The Cognizant community:
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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 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. 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 protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: 
Compensation 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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