AI Architect

Immediate need for a talented AI Architect. This is a 06+months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Centennial, CO(Hybrid). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID: 25-86007

Pay Range: $95 - $100/hour.  Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• AI Architecture & Technical Leadership
• Design and define scalable, secure, and maintainable AI solution architectures that align with enterprise goals.
• Select appropriate AI/ML frameworks, models, and tools to build innovative solutions (LLMs, GenAI, computer vision, NLP, etc.).
• Lead or support the development, fine-tuning, and deployment of large and small language models.
• Integrate AI solutions with existing enterprise systems and business processes, ensuring policy and compliance alignment.
• Maintain deep knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in AI and enterprise architecture.
• Cloud & Platform Expertise
• Architect and deploy AI solutions using cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, AWS), with emphasis on Azure PaaS and SaaS services.
• Collaborate with platform and DevOps teams to manage AI workloads on hybrid cloud and on-prem infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience with AI development platforms such as Azure AI Studio, Ollama, Databricks, and Azure AI Foundry.
• Project Delivery & Governance
• Define AI project scope, KPIs, success metrics, and measurable ROI in collaboration with business stakeholders.
• Develop project plans and drive execution across AI initiatives using agile methodologies (Jira, Trello).
• Identify and mitigate risks related to data availability, algorithmic fairness, model performance, and compliance.
• Ensure AI systems comply with data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and ethical use guidelines.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Serve as a strategic liaison between business leaders, product teams, data scientists, engineers, and IT leadership.
• Facilitate collaboration across onsite and offshore teams to deliver cohesive and integrated solutions.
• Champion AI adoption across departments and help evangelize responsible AI practices.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience: 

• Key Skills; GenAI, Azure, Python, NLP
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced degree or certifications in AI/ML, cloud computing, or enterprise architecture is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in AI solution design and deployment, including GenAI, ML, and NLP technologies.
• Proven experience delivering enterprise-scale AI solutions and integrating them within existing IT ecosystems.
• Background in working with both structured and unstructured data across cloud and on-prem environments.
• Strong proficiency in Python, R, .NET, or similar programming languages.
• Expertise in AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face) and cloud-native AI services.
• Solid knowledge of cloud platforms, especially Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Familiarity with big data tools (e.g., Hadoop, Apache Spark).
• Deep understanding of APIs, microservices architecture, and MLOps practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional team environments.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty
• TOGAF or similar Enterprise Architecture certification
• AI/ML-related certifications (e.g., Google AI, Stanford ML)

Our client is a leading energy and healthcare  Industry and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

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