Principal Architect - Gen AI

For our client, we are seeking a Principal Architect - Gen AI to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space.

This role will shape the enterprise Generative AI vision and translate it into a scalable architecture strategy that supports responsible adoption across the organization. The position will partner with executive leaders, governance forums, and cross-functional technology teams to define standards, decision rights, and patterns for AI delivery. The work will focus on multi-agent systems, retrieval-augmented generation, and integration approaches that connect AI capabilities with both legacy and modern platforms.

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

Compensation: $160,000 – $190,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Own and develop the enterprise Generative AI architecture vision and roadmap
• Lead executive architecture and AI governance forums, establishing decision rights and adoption processes
• Define reference architectures and standards for scalable AI adoption across the enterprise
• Implement strategies for multi-agent orchestration and lifecycle management of agentic systems
• Establish best practices and standards for Retrieval-Augmented Generation and knowledge governance
• Define enterprise integration patterns to connect AI solutions with legacy and modern platforms
• Lead the AI architecture portfolio to prioritize capabilities for business value and risk management

Qualifications

• Master's degree in AI, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise or large-scale solution architecture, with 7+ years specifically in GenAI and Agentic AI capabilities
• Proven expertise in AWS AgentCore and Azure AI Agent Service, including mastery of agentic frameworks
• Experience establishing AI governance and operationalizing AI solutions within compliance constraints
• Strong technical skills in Python, SQL, PySpark, and vector stores

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
• Flexible work environment with remote work options
• Involvement in innovative projects at the forefront of AI technology
• Collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• Access to advanced technology platforms and tools

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.