Lead Architect - Commercial Systems & Pricing

ZipRecruiter; Maidenhead; Remote; GBP 86,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is seeking a visionary Lead Architect to drive the development of an AI-powered dynamic pricing solution. This remote role will involve creating a comprehensive roadmap, collaborating with stakeholders, and leveraging machine learning to enhance real-time pricing strategies. The successful candidate will hold an MSc/PhD and have a proven track record in AI systems and pricing strategies. This is an exciting opportunity that offers competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to make a significant impact in a growing organization.

Benefits

Remote-first role with occasional meet-ups

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Enhanced parental leave

Private medical and dental cover

Profit share bonus scheme

Tech discounts and volunteering days

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing or delivering large-scale pricing, AI or recommendation systems.
• Experience in designing data structures and working with high-volume data sets.
• Demonstrated success in building business-critical, real-time algorithmic solutions.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute a comprehensive roadmap for a real-time, AI-driven pricing platform.
• Design and implement advanced models leveraging machine learning and real-time data inputs.
• Continuously assess impact through robust KPIs, and refine models for maximum performance.

Skills

Machine Learning

Forecasting

Optimization Algorithms

Data Structures

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Commercial Mindset

Education

MSc/PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

AWS

GCP

Azure

Spark

Hadoop

Job description

Job Description

Lead Architect – Dynamic Pricing | £86,000 – £108,000 + Bonus + Benefits | Remote (UK-based)

12-month fixed-term contract (with potential to go permanent)

Are you a visionary architect with a passion for AI, machine learning, and commercial innovation?

We’re looking for a Lead Architect to design and implement a cutting-edge, AI-powered dynamic pricing solution for a rapidly growing, tech-led organisation at the forefront of smart logistics and digital transformation.

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a mission-critical product that will shape real-time pricing strategy across a diverse commercial portfolio. You’ll define the roadmap, build the capability, and lead the development of intelligent pricing systems that drive measurable impact.

What you’ll be doing:

• Create and execute a comprehensive roadmap for a real-time, AI-driven pricing and forecasting platform.
• Collaborate with business leaders to align pricing models with strategic objectives.
• Design and implement advanced models leveraging machine learning, forecasting, optimisation algorithms, and real-time data inputs.
• Incorporate external and internal data sources (e.g., market trends, customer behaviour, competitor analysis) to drive pricing decisions.
• Partner with enterprise architecture and data teams to ensure scalability, transparency, and regulatory compliance.
• Continuously assess impact through robust KPIs, and refine models to maximise performance.
• Stay ahead of the curve with emerging AI trends to ensure continued innovation and excellence.

What we’re looking for:

• MSc/PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or a related field.
• Proven experience designing or delivering large-scale pricing, AI or recommendation systems.
• Deep technical knowledge of ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch), cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), and big data tools (Spark, Hadoop).
• Demonstrated success in building business-critical, real-time algorithmic solutions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills – translating complexity into business value.
• A commercial, data-led mindset and a passion for solving real-world problems through innovation.
• Experience in designing data structures and working with high-volume data sets.

The perks:

• Remote-first role, with occasional team meet-ups across UK offices.
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, birthday off, and sabbaticals at key milestones.
• Enhanced parental leave (up to 13 weeks at 100% pay).
• Private medical and dental cover, gym discounts, and wellbeing support.
• Profit share bonus scheme and excellent pension contributions.
• Tech discounts, volunteering days, and a lively social club.

matters

Flexible work arrangements (including job shares) are actively encouraged to help everyone thrive. If you require adjustments in the recruitment process, we're happy to accommodate.

Interested? Let’s chat.

This is a brilliant chance to shape a high-impact product from the ground up with the support of a well-resourced and forward-thinking team.

Apply now or message us to find out more.