Principal AI Architect

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, vision insurance

Remote work stipend

Unlimited PTO

Growth opportunities

Access to AI R&D resources

Impact on AI initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal AI Architect to define the technical vision and strategy for AI/ML initiatives. This fully remote, senior leadership role guides the design and implementation of scalable AI systems aligned with business goals and industry best practices.

You will lead AI/ML platform design, mentor engineering teams, evaluate technologies, and ensure robust MLOps, data governance, and AI ethics.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 10+ years of software engineering and architecture experience with a focus on AI/ML systems (minimum 5 years).
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale AI/ML solutions on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Expertise in various AI/ML domains, including deep learning, NLP, and reinforcement learning.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, distributed systems, and data engineering principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
• Experience working in a fully remote environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the overall AI/ML architecture and technology roadmap.
• Lead the design of scalable, reliable, and secure AI/ML platforms and solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to AI and engineering teams.
• Evaluate and select appropriate AI/ML technologies, tools, and frameworks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across business units to understand requirements and translate them into technical strategies.
• Ensure best practices for MLOps, data governance, and AI ethics are embedded in the architecture.
• Oversee the development and deployment of complex AI models and systems.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and innovations in AI, machine learning, and cloud technologies.

Skills

AI/ML architecture

Leadership

Cloud platforms

Distributed systems

Data engineering

MLOps

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Masters/PhD in CS or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a global leader in AI-driven solutions and is seeking an exceptional Principal AI Architect to join their fully remote team. This is a senior leadership role responsible for defining the technical vision, strategy, and architecture for our client's AI and machine learning initiatives. You will guide the design and implementation of scalable, robust, and efficient AI systems across the organization, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technological best practices. This position requires deep expertise in AI/ML, cloud computing, and system design, along with strong leadership qualities. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of AI within the company, working from any location and contributing to a truly remote-first culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the overall AI/ML architecture and technology roadmap.
• Lead the design of scalable, reliable, and secure AI/ML platforms and solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to AI and engineering teams.
• Evaluate and select appropriate AI/ML technologies, tools, and frameworks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across business units to understand requirements and translate them into technical strategies.
• Ensure best practices for MLOps, data governance, and AI ethics are embedded in the architecture.
• Oversee the development and deployment of complex AI models and systems.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and innovations in AI, machine learning, and cloud technologies.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering and architecture, with a significant focus on AI/ML systems (minimum 5 years).
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale AI/ML solutions on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Expertise in various AI/ML domains, including deep learning, NLP, and reinforcement learning.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, distributed systems, and data engineering principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
• Experience working in a fully remote environment is highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in an autonomous and self-directed work setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous remote work stipend and home office setup.
• Unlimited paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and impact.
• Access to leading-edge AI research and development resources.
• Chance to shape the future of AI in a globally recognized company.