Principal Architect - Data & AI

For our client, we are seeking a Principal Architect - Data & AI to join the team of a leader in the Technical Services space.

This role will guide the delivery approach for complex data and AI engagements, bringing together multiple technical disciplines into cohesive, execution-ready solutions. The Principal Architect will partner closely with consulting teams and project stakeholders to shape delivery strategy, reduce risk, and drive consistent outcomes across enterprise initiatives. A strong emphasis will be placed on building repeatable standards, improving practice capabilities, and using AI to enhance delivery effectiveness.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $200,000 – $250,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery approach on large, multi-disciplinary data engagements
• Orchestrate unified solutions integrating various technical disciplines
• Own the structuring and sequencing of delivery work, including risk management
• Identify and mitigate delivery risks on projects
• Develop delivery excellence standards and reusable templates
• Assess and refine practice capabilities to ensure sustainable adoption
• Coach team members on technical delivery and consulting best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field or equivalent professional experience
• 10+ years delivering enterprise data or AI solutions in a consulting environment
• Expert-level proficiency in one area: data engineering, visualization, or governance, with working knowledge in the others
• Experience developing and implementing delivery standards or frameworks
• Ability to lead technical delivery across multiple disciplines on complex projects
• Practical use of AI to enhance delivery processes, with documented improvements
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft data and AI tools

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401K retirement plan
• Flexible spending options
• Opportunities for continuous learning in data and AI
• Travel opportunities to various locations, including customer sites

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.