Manager- AI

CGI (PHILIPPINES) INC.; Manila; On-site; PHP 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

CGI (PHILIPPINES) INC. is seeking a Manager Expert- Technical Architect for AI to design development projects and oversee programs to ensure proper architecture is implemented. The role requires guiding the team to deliver projects on time and in line with industry standards.

The senior position focuses on automating development efforts, defining scalable designs, and integrating AI-enabled solutions while adhering to governance, security, and SLA requirements. Onsite work in Taguig is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Master's/Doctoral degree is a strong advantage.
• Certifications in Web, Automation, Cloud, or Enterprise Architecture are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex requirements into functional and technical architecture.
• Own and guide the development team to ensure delivery as planned.
• Ensure automation development projects are designed efficiently and delivered on time.
• Provide code reviews with software engineers and oversee technical standards.
• Develop front-end and back-end with tests and standards in place.
• Train junior members in Business Analysis and Architectural Design.

Skills

AI/ML leadership

Technical architecture leadership

Cloud & Infrastructure

Microservices & API design

DevOps / MLOps

SQL & NoSQL databases

Shell scripting

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering

Master's or Doctoral degree in related field

Job description

Manager- AI

Category: Architecture

Main location: Philippines, Taguig

Position ID: J0426-2431

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description

We are looking for a Manager Expert- Technical Architect for AI to design our development projects and oversee programs to ensure the proper architecture is implemented.

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Your future duties and responsibilities

In this role, you should be an excellent communicator who is able to translate complex requirements into functional and technical architecture design. You are expected to own and guide the development team to ensure that each project is delivered as planned.

This is a senior role and your goal is to ensure that our automation development projects are designed in the most effective way, projects are delivered on time and per expectations, and internal automation development framework operates properly, and adheres to Industry standards.

Essential Functions

• Understand client needs to define automation development specifications
• Propose and implement scalable design, software improvements and optimization solutions
• Provide extensive code reviews with software engineers
• Develop both front-end and back-end with tests and standards in place
• Helps analyze business software requirements and comply to SLA requirements
• Conduct business analysis to capture end to end requirements
• Plan and design the structure of a technology solution, come up with estimates and create a proposal
• Communicate system requirements to software development teams
• Evaluate and select appropriate software or hardware and suggest integration methods
• Own and oversee assigned programs (e.g. conduct code review) and provide guidance to team members until delivery of the project
• Assist with solving technical problems when they arise
• Ensure the implementation of agreed architecture and infrastructure
• Address technical concerns, ideas and suggestions
• Meet with the governance team to relay project updates, risks and issues
• Train junior members to conduct Business Analysis and Architectural Design

Able to meet or exceed agreed service level targets with the client in the Service Level Agreement (SLA) in terms of:

1. Incident Management
2. Problem Management
3. Service Requests
4. Change Management

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's or Doctoral degree in Computer Science or a related field is a strong advantage.
• Certifications in Web, Automation, Cloud, or Enterprise Architecture is a plus.

Experience:

• 10+ years of overall IT experience, including:
• 5+ years in technical or solution architecture roles.
• 5+ years in Web, Automation or AI model architecture design and implementation, with proven experience in productionizing AI-driven solutions.
• Strong background in web technologies and enterprise-grade application design and integration.
• Demonstrated leadership in AI/ML and Data Science projects.
• Familiarity with AI methodologies, Agile development, DevOps, and MLOps practices.

Technical Expertise:

• Programming & Development
• Proficiency in Web, Automation or Application Development
• Strong scripting skills (Shell scripts).
• Expertise in SQL and experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Background in Intelligent Automation, Cloud & Infrastructure is a plus
• Familiarity with open systems architecture and cloud-native design.
• Expertise in microservices, API design, integration patterns, and governance (security, compliance, ethics).

Work Setup & Schedule:

• Must be amenable to working onsite in McKinley, Taguig on a mid-shift schedule.

Skills

• English

What you can expect from us

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.