Principal AI Software Architect

Cass Information Systems; North Carolina; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Cass Information Systems is seeking a Principal AI Software Architect to lead the design and deployment of AI-driven platforms and scalable software systems. You will mentor engineering teams, drive technical strategy, and ensure alignment with business goals across enterprise initiatives.

Responsibilities include cross-functional collaboration with product and business teams, evaluating AI technologies, and promoting best practices in MLOps, CI/CD, and DevOps within cloud environments

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in CS/IS/CE.
• 7+ years of software architecture and engineering experience, with 2+ years in AI/ML.
• 5+ years with application development tools (e.g., Visual Studio .NET).
• 5+ years with relational DB tech (MS SQL Server).
• Experience deploying AI/ML at scale in cloud environments (Azure/AWS/GCP).
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Architects and leads AI-driven platforms and scalable software systems.
• Collaborates with engineering, product, and business teams to define use cases.
• Evaluates AI and software technologies for performance and maintainability.
• Establishes best practices in AI model development, MLOps, DevOps, and architecture.
• Mentors engineering teams to foster innovation and excellence.
• Drives technical strategy and aligns efforts with business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

AI/ML leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Azure

AWS

GCP

Visual Studio .NET

MS SQL Server

CI/CD

DevOps

Job description

The Principal Artificial Intelligence (AI) Software Architect leads the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI and software engineering solutions across the enterprise. This role blends deep expertise in artificial intelligence with architectural leadership in software systems, driving innovation, scalability, and excellence in engineering practices.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Architects and leads the development of AI-driven platforms and scalable software systems aligned with strategic business goals.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with engineering, product, and business teams to define use cases and deliver impactful solutions.
• Evaluates and selects AI and software technologies, frameworks, and tools for optimal performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Establishes and promotes best practices in AI model development, MLOps, software engineering, DevOps, and system architecture.
• Mentors engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Drives technical strategy and long-term planning, aligning engineering efforts with enterprise objectives.
• Ensures compliance with data privacy, security, and ethical standards in all AI and software initiatives.
• Champions engineering excellence through code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD, and agile methodologies.
• Other duties as needed or assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Hands-on experience driving innovation through emerging technologies and methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills and leadership skills with a track record of mentoring and influencing teams.
• Proven experience designing and deploying AI/ML and software solutions at scale in cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, GCP.
• Expertise in machine learning, deep learning NLP, computer vision, and generative AI.
• Ability to demonstrate strategic thinking and the ability to align technical vision with business objectives.
• Ability to build trust and influence across all levels of the organization, driving consensus and momentum for complex initiatives.
• Advanced knowledge of programming languages within the respective divisions.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
• Advanced analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced level of written and oral communication skills.
• Advanced level of interpersonal and consultative skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

MINIMUM LEVEL OF PREPARATION AND TRAINING NORMALLY REQUIRED:

• A bachelor’s degree in the field of computer science, information systems, or computer engineering or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in software architecture and engineering, with at least 2 years focused on AI/ML systems.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with application development tools, including Visual Studio .NET.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with relational database technology, preferably MS SQL Server.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY:

Cass Information Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CASS) is a leading provider of integrated information and payment management solutions. Cass enables enterprises to achieve visibility, control and efficiency in their supply chains, communication networks, facilities, and other operations. Disbursing over $94 billion annually on behalf of its clients, and with total assets of $2.5 billion, Cass is uniquely supported by Cass Commercial Bank. Founded in 1906 and a wholly-owned subsidiary, Cass Commercial Bank provides sophisticated financial exchange services to the parent organization and its clients. Cass is part of the Russell 2000®. More information is available at www.cassinfo.com .

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