AI Technical Architect

Akkodis; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is seeking an experienced Technical Architect with expertise in AI and data architecture for investment banking. The ideal candidate will design scalable data platforms using MongoDB, Redis, and Elasticsearch. Responsibilities include leading innovation in AI integration and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver compliant solutions. Applicants should have over 15 years in technology and at least 5 years as a Technical Architect. This is a hybrid role based in Central London offering a salary between £65k and £95k depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in tech with a strong focus on architecture.
• 5+ years as a Technical Architect with hands-on experience in data technologies.
• Strong expertise in AI/ML integration within enterprise architectures.

Responsibilities

• Architect AI-driven data platforms supporting investment banking applications.
• Design reliable data storage and retrieval strategies.
• Ensure data integrity and security across the architecture.

Skills

MongoDB

Redis

Elasticsearch

AI/ML integration

Data governance

Communication

Job description

AI Technical Architect

Hybrid, 3 days onsite in Central London

65k- 95k depending on experience

Permanent

Role Overview

Our client is looking for an experienced Technical Architect with a strong background in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data architecture in an investment banking environment.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in designing and implementing scalable, high-performance data platforms using modern tech including MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch and others.

This role requires a strategic thinker with hands‑on technical skills and a proven track record of delivering enterprise‑grade solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect AI‑driven data platforms supporting investment banking applications and regulatory reporting.
• Design and implement strategies for fast, reliable data storage and retrieval using MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch, and other modern technologies
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineering teams, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, compliant solutions
• Ensure data integrity, security, and governance across all layers of the architecture
• Lead innovation in AI integration, including model deployment, real‑time analytics, and inference optimisation
• Establish best practices for caching, indexing, and query optimisation
• Provide technical leadership and mentor‑ship to engineering teams
• Partner with cloud and infrastructure teams for optimal deployment and cost efficiency

Required Skills and Experience

• 15+ years in technology organisations with a strong focus on architecture and enterprise solutions

• 5+ years as a Technical Architect with hands‑on experience in:

  • MongoDB – schema design & performance tuning
  • Redis – caching & high‑speed data access
  • Elasticsearch – search & indexing strategies
• Other modern data technologies for fast storage and retrieval
• Strong expertise in AI/ML integration within enterprise architectures
• Deep knowledge of data modelling, distributed systems, and micro‑services
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Solid understanding of data governance, security, and regulatory compliance
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

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