AI Led SDLC Consultant

AI Led SDLC Consultant

Date published Oct 28 2026

Location

Atlanta,GA-Peachtree St NE / United States

Job category Digital

Work model Hybrid

Job Summary

we are seeking an aifirst engineer solutions leadarchitect with scm expertise and a proven track record of applying ai across the entire software development lifecycle sdlc this role is focused on leading an ai platform and transforming how supply chain applications are designed developed tested deployed and supported through aienabled engineering practices

Responsibilities

• we are seeking an aifirst engineer solutions leadarchitect with scm expertise and a proven track record of applying ai across the entire software development lifecycle sdlc this role is focused on leading an ai platform and transforming how supply chain applications are designed developed tested deployed and supported through aienabled engineering practices

• the ideal candidate is not simply a developer who occasionally uses ai tools but an engineer who consistently leverages ai technologies to improve productivity code quality testing efficiency operational support and overall software delivery outcomes

• candidates should be able to demonstrate and quantify measurable business outcomes achieved through ai adoption including reduced development cycle times improved code quality lower testing effort accelerated deployments and faster issue resolution

• key skills

• skillexpertise level

• ai led sdlc supply chain systems oracle erpexpert

• communicationexpert

• thought leaderexpert

Key Responsibilities

• our primary focus is on identifying ai architects who can leverage ai across the entire sdlc rather than traditional oracle scm developers who have only limited exposure to ai tools

• in addition to oracle scm functional and technical expertise we would like candidates to demonstrate handson experience with

• aiassisted requirements analysis and design

• aidriven code generation and refactoring

• aiassisted testing test automation and regression strategies

• aienabled devops code review documentation generation and operational support

• experience with github copilot agentic ai frameworks prompt engineering rag patterns and aiassisted developer workflows is especially valuable

• candidates should be able to quantify business outcomes achieved through ai adoption such as reduced development cycle time improved code quality lower testing effort or faster issue resolution

• while testing is an important component our need is broader than a dedicated testing profile we are looking for engineers who can apply ai throughout the full software development lifecycle from requirements through deployment and support

• i would also recommend adding experience with aifueled engineering frameworks and software modernization initiatives as we are actively transforming how supply chain applications are designed developed tested and supported using aienabled workflows this aligns closely with our supply chain aifc strategy and broader ai transformation goals

• Additional employment information

• 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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About Cognizant:

• Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

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