Senior Software Architect & AI Strategy Leader

McKinsey & Company; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 263,000 - 266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning

Global community

World-class benefits

Voice that matters

Job summary

McKinsey & Company in Denver seeks a senior software engineering leader to set the vision for engineering excellence and define standards and architectures that enable clients to scale transformative technology. You will lead and mentor multiple engineering teams, collaborating with designers, product managers, and industry experts to deliver enterprise-grade software and AI-enabled solutions.

You’ll partner with C-level executives to shape long-term technology strategy and drive meaningful

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field; or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years designing and delivering large-scale software solutions with frontend/backend mastery.
• Ability to set technical vision and strategy for an enterprise.
• Experience defining enterprise AI strategy and governance for autonomous delivery.
• Experience advising senior leaders on technology, data, and cloud architecture.
• Security-first mindset with secure development practices across an organization.
• Experience leading multiple engineering teams and mentoring top talent.
• Strong communication skills with executives.

Responsibilities

• Set the vision for engineering excellence and define standards and architectures.
• Lead and mentor multiple engineering teams; guide technical direction for large programs.
• Partner with clients and senior leaders to shape long-term technology strategy.
• Drive development of industry-shaping software capabilities and scalable AI solutions.
• Hire, develop, and retain top engineering talent across teams.
• Collaborate with QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey and QuantumBlack Labs teams.

Skills

Strong communication

AI strategy leadership

Security-first mindset

Mentoring engineering teams

Time management

Client-facing technology

Education

Advanced degree in a relevant field

Job description

McKinsey & Company in Denver seeks a senior software engineering leader to set the vision for engineering excellence and define standards and architectures that enable clients to scale transformative technology. You will lead and mentor multiple engineering teams, collaborating with designers, product managers, and industry experts to deliver enterprise-grade software and AI-enabled solutions.

You’ll partner with C-level executives to shape long-term technology strategy and drive meaningful