Entry-Level Engineer – Python, Data Analytics & Generative AI Life Sciences Commercial
Cognizant27 days ago
Bridgewater, NJ, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$65k - $65k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain Python-based scripts and applications for data analysis and modeling.
- Collect, clean, and analyze structured and unstructured data from multiple sources.
- Build and evaluate statistical, predictive, and machine learning models.
- Assist with Generative AI solutions including LLM applications, prompt engineering, and embeddings.
- Create data visualizations and dashboards to communicate insights.
- Collaborate with engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders.
- Document code, models, and analytical findings.
- Stay current with data analytics, AI, and Generative AI technologies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in Python and familiarity with NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib or Seaborn.
- Understanding of data cleaning, exploratory analysis, and basic statistics.
- Exposure to regression, classification, or time-series modeling.
- Familiarity with LLMs, prompt engineering, and APIs for Generative AI platforms.
- Basic knowledge of SQL and databases.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Preferred experience with scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Azure, AWS, GCP, MLOps, model deployment, Git, Power BI, Tableau, or related tools.
- Hands-on experience through internships, academic projects, or personal projects is preferred.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- 401(k) plan and contributions.
- Long-term and short-term disability coverage.
- Paid parental leave.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Mentorship from experienced engineers and data scientists.
- Based in the Cognizant office in Bridgewater, NJ, with willingness to relocate required.
- Expected start dates are June or August 2026, with final assignment determined by business need and position availability.
Tech Stack
Categories
AI ApplicationsData Science
About Cognizant
Cognizant is a public IT services and consulting firm that designs, builds, and runs enterprise technology, including digital engineering, cloud modernization, data/AI, and managed services. It sells consulting, systems integration, and outsourcing on multi-year engagements to large enterprises in healthcare, banking, retail, communications, and manufacturing. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, Cognizant is NASDAQ-listed (CTSH) and a Fortune 500 company.