Principal Architect - Data AI

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements from definition through delivery to ensure technical and AI transformation success.
• Collaborate with enterprise customers to scope requirements and architect customized industry solutions, including AI-powered applications.
• Design solutions that exhibit high levels of performance, security, scalability, and reliability.
• Develop deep relationships with key customer decision-makers to drive long-term innovation.
• Proactively identify opportunities for integrating modern architecture patterns, including generative AI and LLMs.
• Lead deep technical architecture discussions and develop Proof of Concepts (POCs) and AI solution prototypes.
• Guide customers through the production deployment and operationalization of application and AI solutions.
• Coach and enable team members to accelerate innovation programs to production.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in technology solutions, architecture, consulting, or a related technology domain.
• Extensive experience architecting, designing, and deploying AI solutions using Azure AI or similar cloud services.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or C# for AI development.
• Strong experience with machine learning, generative AI, and Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Knowledge of microservices architectures and container orchestration technologies like Kubernetes.
• Experience with cloud databases (e.g., Azure SQL, Cosmos DB) and data pipeline creation (ETL/ELT).

Preferred Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in technology solutions and architecture.
• 6+ years of technical sales or project management experience.
• Technical or professional certification in the AI domain.
• Proven track record of building deep relationships with CXO-level executives.
• Experience in vertical industries such as Financial Services, Manufacturing, Healthcare, or Retail.

About the Company

Microsoft is on a mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset, inspiring excellence, and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day.