Senior Data & AI Platform Architect – Manager

Aimlroles; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

Avanade is seeking a Data and AI Architect - Manager to lead architecture and delivery of high-value data and AI solutions across client engagements. You will align architecture with business strategy, guide modernization programs, and mentor cross‑functional teams to deliver scalable, secure outcomes.

The role blends hands‑on oversight with high‑level governance, aimed at measurable business value. You will engage with senior client leaders, run architecture reviews, and shape roadmaps using

Qualifications

• 10+ years in data/AI architecture or consulting roles with leadership experience.
• 2+ years in client-facing leadership positions and enterprise-scale modernization.
• Experience supporting deals valued at multi-million dollars.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise data, analytics and AI architecture aligned to client strategy.
• Turn business needs into platform architectures, roadmaps and AI-enabled solutions.
• Architect and oversee secure, scalable data platforms using modern tools and cloud-native tech.
• Lead workshops, reviews, and forums to align direction and remove blockers.
• Create reusable assets, accelerators, and delivery methods to improve quality and speed.

Skills

Enterprise Data Platform Architecture

Microsoft Fabric

Knowledge Graphs

Data modeling

Python

SQL

Cloud platforms

Data governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Data Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Databricks

Snowflake

Azure Data Services

Neo4J

Power BI

Job description

Avanade is seeking a Data and AI Architect - Manager to lead architecture and delivery of high-value data and AI solutions across client engagements. You will align architecture with business strategy, guide modernization programs, and mentor cross‑functional teams to deliver scalable, secure outcomes.

The role blends hands‑on oversight with high‑level governance, aimed at measurable business value. You will engage with senior client leaders, run architecture reviews, and shape roadmaps using