AI Architect

NTT DATA; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA UK, a global technology services company, is seeking an AI Architect to lead the design and delivery of cutting-edge AI solutions for client partners in London. You will shape architectures, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and showcase business impact through scalable AI deployments.

The role requires deep knowledge of RAG, knowledge graphs, chatbots and AI platforms across cloud environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in Solution Architecture with AI focus.
• Proven ability to architect and deploy AI solutions under deadlines.
• Experience with RAG, GraphRAG, knowledge graphs and chatbots.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing AI solutions that meet client needs and drive value.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate AI into existing systems.
• Demonstrate AI solutions to clients and explain business impact.
• Research AI trends and apply them to client projects.
• Communicate complex concepts clearly to stakeholders.
• Distill architectures into actionable developer guidance.
• Create and manage agents, knowledge graphs and chatbots to improve UX.
• Lead projects using RAG and GraphRAG techniques.
• Develop and optimize AI models on ML platforms.
• Mentor teammates to foster learning and innovation in AI.

Skills

AI Architecture

Generative AI

Client communication

Solution deployment

Continuous learning

Tools

Azure AI Foundry

AWS Bedrock

GCP Vertex AI

Langgraph

Autogen

Agent Dev Kit

Job description

Job ID: 1d d70420Company: NTT DATA UKLocation: London, United KingdomEmployment type: full timeCategory: Technical EngineeringIndustry: Professional ServicesPosted:

The team you'll be working with:

As an AI Architect, you will be part of a team of specialists who work with our industry-facing client partners to shape, design and deliver AI solutions to our clients. This is a fast-paced area of IT, so you will need to be continuously learning, be self-driven and think creatively about solving client problems. You will work with others to reflect back the views of our clients and prospects and help to continuously shape our solutions

What you'll be doing:

• Designing and implementing innovative AI solutions that meet client needs and drive business value.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate AI technologies into existing systems and processes.
• Demonstrating modern AI solutions to clients, showcasing their benefits and applications.
• Conducting research and analysis to stay updated on the latest AI trends and technologies.
• Communicating complex AI concepts and solutions to stakeholders in a clear and engaging manner.
• Distilling information about proposed architectures into actionable insights for developers to implement those solutions effectively.
• Creating and managing agents, knowledge graphs and chatbots to enhance user experience and efficiency.
• Leading projects that utilize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and GraphRAG techniques.
• Developing and optimizing AI models using machine learning and AI engineering platforms.
• Mentoring and guiding team members to foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation in AI.

What experience you'll bring:

• Minimum 6 years in Solution Architecture, with at least 2 years focused on AI and Generative AI solutions, demonstrating a strong understanding of current trends and technologies.
• Proven ability to architect and deploy innovative AI solutions under tight deadlines, effectively showcasing these solutions to clients and communicating their business impact.
• Experience in providing solutions using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), GraphRAG, knowledge graphs, code agents, deep research agents, and chatbots.
• Familiarity with AI engineering platforms (Azure AI Foundry, AWS Bedrock, GCP Vertex AI) and employee-facing AI platforms (Microsoft Copilot Studio, Google Agentspace, Amazon Q Business).
• Knowledge of agentic frameworks (Langgraph, Autogen, Agent Development Kit) and machine learning platforms for model training and deployment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, a proactive attitude, and an entrepreneurial mindset with a commitment to continuous learning.

Who we are:

We're a business with a global reach that empowers local teams, and we undertake hugely exciting work that is genuinely changing the world. Our advanced portfolio of consulting, applications, business process, cloud, and infrastructure services will allow you to achieve great things by working with brilliant colleagues, and clients, on exciting projects.

Our inclusive work environment prioritises mutual respect, accountability, and continuous learning for all our people. This approach fosters collaboration, well-being, growth, and agility, leading to a more diverse, innovative, and competitive organisation. We are also proud to share that we have a range of Inclusion Networks such as: the Women's Business Network, Cultural and Ethnicity Network, LGBTQ+ & Allies Network, Neurodiversity Network and the Parent Network.

For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion please click here: Creating Inclusion Together at NTT DATA UK | NTT DATA

what we'll offer you:

We offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensure that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.

You can find more information about NTT DATA UK & Ireland here:

We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also a proud Disability Confident Committed Employer - we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us, during the application process, that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team.