Lead Data & AI Architect

CDM Smith; Columbus (GA); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead Data and AI Architect to join their Digital Engineering Solutions team. This role involves designing scalable, secure, and reliable data solutions, engaging with business units, and collaborating with data scientists. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree, 8 years of experience, and strong skills in data management and Microsoft Azure. The position can be fully remote or hybrid, offering a competitive salary range between $121,368 and $212,368.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of related experience.
• Proven track record in data and AI/ML solutions.
• Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design scalable architecture for data and AI solutions.
• Create detailed architecture and technical design documents.
• Assist with initiatives in a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Data management lifecycle functions

Microsoft Azure cloud services

Databricks

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Innovative thinking

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Azure Well-Architected Framework

Job description

Overview

CDM Smith is seeking a Lead Data and AI Architect to join our Digital Engineering Solutions team. This individual will be part of the Data Technology group within the Digital Engineering Solutions team, helping to drive strategic Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) initiatives using cutting-edge data technologies and analytics to deliver actionable business insights and robust solutions for AEC professionals and client outcomes. The Data Technology group leads the firm in AEC-focused Business Intelligence and data services by providing architectural guidance, technological vision, and solution development. The group utilizes advanced analytics, data science, and AI/ML to give our business and products a competitive advantage, manages data interconnections, and architects and engineers data for self-serve BI and BA opportunities. This position is for a person who has demonstrated excellence in data architecture capabilities, experienced with data technology and processes, and enjoys framing problems, shaping solutions, and helping to lead and champion implementation. The Data Technology group also engages in research and development and provides guidance and oversight to the AEC practices at CDM Smith, engaging in new product research, testing, and incubation of data technology ideas across the company.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in designing and implementing successful data and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) solutions, be a strategic thinker with a strong technical background, and possess exceptional communication and problem-solving skills with a mindset of continuous learning and curiosity leading to tangible results.

Under the direction of the Data Technology Leader, the duties and responsibilities include:

Responsibilities

• Develop and design the architecture for various data and AI solutions, ensuring each solution is scalable, secure, and reliable.
• Engage with business units to understand their requirements and translate them into technical requirements and designs.
• Create data and AI architectural solutions to complex architecture, engineering, and environmental science problems.
• Design and implement strategies to scale data and AI solutions across different business units.
• Create detailed architecture and technical design documents for data and AI solutions.
• Assist with initiatives as part of a collaborative team with data scientists, data engineers, data analysts, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team across a global practice.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments and advancements, including new technologies, best practices, and tools, and assess their potential impact for CDM Smith.
• Assist with the development of documentation, standards, best practices, and workflows for data technology hardware/software used across the business.
• Present to external audiences as needed.
• Assist with marketing, communications, and business development descriptions and activities as needed.
• Assist with internal and external website descriptions as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

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Qualifications

Job Title: Lead Data & AI Architect

Group: COR

Employment Type: Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 8 years of related experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on duties and project demands.

EEO Statement

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Job Site Location

United States - Nationwide

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for placement. Unsolicited resumes sent outside of the CDM Smith Recruiting Center will be considered property of CDM Smith.

Travel, Visa, and Other Details

Amount of Travel Required: 0%

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment. Violations may be subject to penalties.

Skills and Abilities

• Advanced understanding and experience with data management lifecycle functions including governance, architecture, integration, metadata, development, quality, administration, security and operations, stewardship, and master data management.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud services and Databricks.
• Understanding of Azure well-architected framework and its application to Data and AI solutions.
• Expert ability to develop highly complex data and AI architectures; inquisitive with a drive to understand business and data challenges.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; able to engage with technical and non-technical audiences; credible as a strategic partner.
• Innovative with critical thinking to generate value-adding solutions.
• Detail-oriented with ability to assist with executing highly complex or specialized projects.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith reserves the right to conduct background checks and drug testing as required for designated positions. Some checks may occur after an offer is made. Additional checks may be required in the future depending on country statutory law and job responsibilities.

Pay Information

Pay Range Minimum: $121,368

Pay Range Maximum: $212,368

Additional Compensation: Bonuses discretionary and may vary by position.

Work Location Options

Fully Remote or Hybrid work options may be considered for the successful candidate.

Additional Pay Range Information

The pay range is a good faith estimate that varies by geographic location and other factors such as role, experience, education, and key skills.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment in Massachusetts.