India, June 4 -- Cognizant has launched the Ace Team Program, a new talent initiative aimed at creating a specialized pool of AI-focused engineers to support enterprise digital transformation projects and strengthen the company's transition into an AI builder organization.

Announced on June 3, 2026, the program combines selective hiring, an elite career pathway, and a centrally governed engineering community aligned with Cognizant's advanced technology strategy. Initially launching in India, the initiative is designed to identify and develop high-potential engineers capable of building AI-native applications and solving complex client challenges.

The company said Ace Team members will work on real-world projects using modern software ar...