AI Architect: Generative AI & ML Solutions (Hybrid)

Xcel Energy; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Health Savings Account

Pension

401(k) plan

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking an AI Architect to design AI solutions across generative AI and predictive ML, translating business needs into scalable architectures using GCP, BigQuery, and Databricks. The role coordinates with product owners and data teams to ensure secure, cost-conscious designs and strong governance.

The ideal candidate has senior architecture experience, strong collaboration skills, and a track record of delivering AI-enabled data products within enterprise environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of equivalent experience in a technology-related field.
• Experience delivering solution architectures for complex initiatives.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and governance processes to meet architecture standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture work for AI initiatives and ensure alignment with reference architecture.
• Provide consultation on optimal architecture for AI solutions and validate fit.
• Define nonfunctional requirements, deployment patterns, observability, and production readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Solution Architecture

Cloud Architecture

AI/ML

Copilot

MLOps

GCP

BigQuery

Databricks

Data Governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technology, Science, Business or related field

Tools

GCP

BigQuery

Databricks

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking an AI Architect to design AI solutions across generative AI and predictive ML, translating business needs into scalable architectures using GCP, BigQuery, and Databricks. The role coordinates with product owners and data teams to ensure secure, cost-conscious designs and strong governance.

The ideal candidate has senior architecture experience, strong collaboration skills, and a track record of delivering AI-enabled data products within enterprise environments.