Intelligent Automation Architect

Deloitte Netherlands; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Deloitte seeks an Intelligent Automation Architect to set the vision for automation, align it with business goals, and lead the automation team to deliver scalable, secure solutions. You will architect end-to-end automation initiatives, mentor engineers, and stay at the forefront of AI trends to drive transformation across internal operations.

You will champion governance, responsible AI practices, and continuous improvement while collaborating with business units to identify opportunities and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of expertise in automation technologies, including proficiency in RPA tools and low-code platforms.
• Strong knowledge of Generative AI and prompt engineering, with experience developing AI-driven solutions.
• Proven experience on cloud-based architectures and AI services (e.g. Azure AIFoundry, Azure Cognitive Services).
• Team-building and mentorship skills, with experience leading high-performing teams and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Define the intelligent automation strategy aligned with business goals and prioritize high-impact initiatives.
• Lead and develop the Intelligent Automation team, building competencies in RPA and Generative AI.
• Oversee design and implementation of automation solutions; select tools for scalable, maintainable results.
• Collaborate with internal units to translate business requirements into technical solutions that drive efficiency.

Skills

Automation technologies

RPA tools

Low-code platforms

Generative AI

Prompt engineering

Cloud-based architectures

AI services

Team leadership

Tools

Azure AIFoundry

Azure Cognitive Services

RPA tools

Job description

You will serve as the principal leader and advisor on intelligent automation. As an Intelling Automation Architect you will establish the vision and strategy for intelligent automation, focusing on improving personal productivity and optimizing business processes. At Deloitte.

• define the intelligent automation strategy in alignment with our business goals; prioritize high-impact automation initiatives in personal productivity and end-to-end process optimization
• lead and develop the Intelligent Automation team, building competencies in Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Generative AI solution development and prompt engineering, while mentoring team members and establishing best practices for solution design and delivery.
• oversee the design and implementation of automation solutions, guiding process analysis and selecting the right tools or technologies for each use case to ensure solutions are well-architected, scalable, and maintainable.
• collaborate with internal business units to identify automation opportunities and translate business requirements into practical technical solutions that address pain points and drive efficiency.
• act as a subject matter expert on intelligent automation tools and trends, staying abreast of emerging AI/machine learning technologies and introducing new tools or methodologies to keep Deloitte at the forefront of innovation.
• establish governance and standards for automation projects, including development, security, and compliance guidelines, and implement frameworks for responsible AI usage with appropriate risk management.
• champion continuous improvement and innovation, monitoring automation performance to drive refinements and enhancements, and encouraging a culture of learning through proofs-of-concept and pilot projects.

Naturally you are keen to discover and learn new things each day and you are confident and rely on your self-worth. But most importantly, be the true you. The one and only you. With your personal strengths, view of the world and unique personality. You need the following qualifications for the position of Intelligent Automation Architect:

• 5+ years of expertise in automation technologies, including proficiency in RPA tools and low-code platforms for building and integrating automated workflows;
• Strong knowledge of Generative AI and prompt engineering, with experience developing AI-driven solutions (working with large language models, AI assistants, etc.) and understanding of orchestrating multiple AI agents in complex processes.
• Proven experience on cloud-based architectures and AI services (e.g. Azure AIFoundry, Azure Cognitive Services) to design and architect scalable, secure automation solutions.
• Team-building and mentorship skills, with experience leading high-performing teams and fostering a culture of continuous learning, creativity, and innovation.

As the champion of automation and AI-driven solutions, you will lead a team of specialists to design and implement high-impact initiatives that drive digital transformation, enhance operational efficiency and foster innovation in Deloitte’s internal operations. This role blends strategic leadership with hands‑on technical execution – you will guide stakeholders on automation opportunities while ensuring the successful delivery of transformative solutions.

For this role we do not offer visa sponsorship and/or relocation