AI and Technology Consultant

SEI; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A technology consulting firm in Chicago is seeking an experienced consultant to work on strategic initiatives across various domains. Candidates should possess a robust understanding of Cloud platforms and software frameworks, alongside expertise in Agile methodologies. This role requires collaboration with clients to translate their needs into actionable strategies. Offering a salary range of $150,000 to $190,000, the position is full-time and includes comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong technical acumen in multiple domains.
• Proven ability to solve complex business problems.
• Experience leading project teams.

Responsibilities

• Translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Lead Waterfall to Agile transformation projects.
• Contribute actively to business development initiatives.

Skills

Knowledge of Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Experience with database platforms (SQL, DB2, Oracle)

Familiarity with software frameworks (.NET, Node.js, React)

Understanding of IoT and Edge Computing

Project management (Agile and Waterfall)

Excellent communication skills

Education

8+ years professional experience

Job description

WHAT WE DO

Our AI and Technology consultants work with clients at all levels of the organization, from the C‑suite to the shop floor, helping them to deliver on their most strategic initiatives. We’re known for making realistic, data‑driven decisions that deliver value in tangible ways to our clients. Our clients ask for us on projects that require a superior combination of technical and business capabilities, people and management skills, and a collaborative mindset. We excel in understanding complex programs and strategic initiatives and breaking them into actionable pieces.

We are actively looking for professionals in the following areas:

• Agile Transformation
• Cloud and Technology Strategies
• DevOps
• Solution Design

IDEAL CANDIDATE’S EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate’s experience may include but is not limited to the following:

• Knowledge and experience in one or more Cloud platforms (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, etc.)
• Knowledge and experience in one or more database platforms (SQL, DB2, Oracle, Postgres, MySQL, NoSQL, etc.)
• Knowledge and experience with one or more software frameworks (e.g. .NET, Node.js, React, Angular, etc.)
• Knowledge and experience with IoT and Edge Computing strategies and concepts
• Experience collaborating with clients to translate business requirements into technical requirements
• Experience leading and/or contributing at a significant level to project teams in best practices, design principles, and advanced technologies
• Knowledge and experience in both agile and waterfall project management methodologies
• Experience leading Waterfall to Agile transformation projects of all sizes
• Coaching Agile process and best practices for teams and organizations

A career at SEI extends well beyond providing great service and thought leadership to our clients. Everyone takes an active role in building and managing our business, in an environment that runs counter to traditional consulting firms. Our consultants have a “seat at the table” and contribute to growing our business in ways that align to their interests such as growing business development opportunities, conducting interviews to support our hiring process, managing internal initiatives that build our brand or organizing trainings to share what you know with your colleagues. There is no telling what an SEI Consultant will be asked to do on a day‑to‑day basis – we do what it takes to get the job done.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Alignment to our core values: Excellence, Participation, Integrity, and Collaboration
• Demonstrated business and technology acumen
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding and experience solving real business problems
• Proven track record of delivering results
• Experience working with and/or leading a team
• Ability to work across industries, roles, functions & technologies
• Authorization for permanent employment in the United States (this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship)

Preferred:

• 8+ years professional experience
• Experience across our service offerings

In compliance with the Illinois Pay Transparency Law: This range below is an estimate depending on location, hours, operational needs, education, training, skills, and experience. This job may also be eligible for a discretionary bonus. SEI provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, a 401(k)‑retirement plan, disability insurance, life insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave benefits.

$150,000 - $190,000 USD

Systems Evolution, Inc. (SEI) is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.