AI Solution Architect

PricewaterhouseCoopers International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking a Gen AI Senior Solutions Architect to lead innovative projects in Generative AI. This role involves designing scalable AI solutions and driving technical advancements while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in software implementation and a strong background in Azure technologies. Competitive compensation and a commitment to well-being are offered in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Inclusive benefits

Flexibility programs

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in large-scale software solution implementations.
• Ability to work in agile teams and product delivery environments.
• Expertise in Gen AI technologies: LLMs, Agent Orchestration, Vector Databases.

Responsibilities

• Lead the solutioning and technical development of Generative AI projects.
• Provide technical guidance on Generative AI tools and frameworks.
• Design scalable and secure AI-driven applications and services.

Skills

Generative AI technologies

Azure Machine Learning

Microservices architectures

DevOps

Cloud-ready architecture

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Azure DevOps

JIRA

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

Step into a pivotal leadership role as a Gen AI Senior Solutions Architect within our dynamic Products & Technology organization, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of digital solutions. You'll drive innovation by creating and scaling Gen AI solutions that tap into data-driven platforms and emerging technologies, expanding our digital market presence. Each initiative you lead will leverage our collective expertise and fuel new business models and intellectual property, strengthening PwC's brand and generating new streams of revenue. Our environment fosters creative thinking, collaboration, and continuous growth, empowering you to make a tangible impact within the organization and across the industry. You'll report to the Director of Solutions Architecture, ensuring alignment with our broader vision and business goals while driving innovation at every stage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the solutioning and technical development of Generative AI projects executed by development teams
• Provide technical guidance on Generative AI tools, frameworks, and platforms
• Design scalable and secure AI-driven applications and services within the organization
• Collect and clarify existing business requirements to ensure solutions align with client needs
• Support the implementation and management of enterprise architecture processes
• Conduct periodical code reviews to maintain high quality standards
• Shape and deliver digital products that exceed client and internal quality expectations
• Assist Enterprise Architects in assessing and selecting technology solutions
• Supervise and support vendor developers within assigned projects
• Drive improvements in internal development, design techniques, and documentation practices

Experiences and skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering
• Azure certifications (Solutions Architect or Developer) and Microsoft Development Certifications preferred
• Extensive experience in large-scale software solution implementations
• Ability to work in agile teams and product delivery environments
• Expertise in Gen AI technologies: LLMs (GPT-4, ChatGPT, Gemini, Llama), Agent Orchestration (Semantic Kernel, LangChain), Vector Databases (Azure AI Search, Qdrant), RAG, Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, Google Vertex AI, Microsoft Copilots
• Strong background in Azure Machine Learning and Azure AI Services
• Proficient in cloud-ready architecture using Azure infrastructure and platform services
• Hands-on knowledge of service-oriented, event-driven, and microservices architectures, including RDBMS/NoSQL (MS SQL, MongoDB), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with DevOps, CD/CI, virtualization, automation, and defect tracking systems (Azure DevOps, Github, JIRA)
• Skilled in high-level UX principles including user stories, persona building, and prototyping

Why you’ll love PwC

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: pwc.ca/careers

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We’re committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.

We’re committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.