EY - GDS Consulting - AI and DATA - Architect - Senior Manager

JOB Description: Senior Manager Architect

As a Senior Manager - GenAI Architect the person will be responsible for leading and designing advanced AI architectures that drive strategic business outcomes. This role requires a deep understanding of data management application development AI technologies cloud solutions and user interface design. The person will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and scalable solutions that meet our business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architectural Design: Develop and oversee data architectures and application frameworks that support AI initiatives. Ensure integration of data and applications with existing systems to create cohesive and efficient solutions.
• AI Solutions: Design and implement AI-driven models and solutions leveraging machine learning natural language processing and other AI technologies to solve complex business problems.
• Cloud Integration: Architect cloud-based solutions that support scalability security and performance for AI applications. Collaborate with cloud providers and internal teams to ensure optimal cloud infrastructure.
• User Interface Design: Work with UI/UX teams to ensure that AI solutions have user-friendly interfaces and deliver an exceptional user experience.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Lead a team of architects and engineers providing guidance and support in the development of AI solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to align technical strategies with business goals.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement architectural strategies and roadmaps that align with the companys vision and technology advancements.
• Go-To-Market Strategy (GTM): Collaborate with onsite teams and senior architects in the team to define and execute go-to-market strategies for AI solutions. Provide architectural insights that align with clients needs and support successful solution development.
• Innovation & Best Practices: Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and implement best practices in AI architecture and implementation.

• Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in computer Science engineering Data Science mathematics or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 14 years of experience in a senior architectural role with a focus on AI data management application development and cloud technologies.

Technical Skills:

• Hand-on experience in deploying AI/ML solutions on different cloud platforms like Azure AWS and/or Google Cloud.
• Experience in using and orchestration LLM models on cloud platforms i.e. OpenAI @ Azure/AWS Bedrock/ GCP Vertex AI or Gemini AI
• Experience in writing SQL and data modelling.
• Experience in designing and implementation of AI solution using microservice based architecture.
• Understanding of machine learning deep learning NLP and GenAI.
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or pyspark.
• Proven experience in integrating authentication security measures within machine learning operations and applications.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to connect AI capabilities to business value.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proven experience in AI/ML solution deployment process on Kubernetes Web Apps Databricks or on similar platforms.
• Familiarity with MLOps concepts and tech stack. Good to know code versioning MLFlow batch prediction and real-time end point workflows.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps / GitHub actions/ Jenkins / Terraform / AWS CFT etc.

Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead teams manage complex projects and work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to design innovative solutions to complex challenges.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders