Senior Solutions Architect Expert- (Data Science)

CADDi; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Stock options

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

CADDi is seeking a hands-on technical leader to own the architecture and delivery of data and AI integrations for US manufacturers. You will prototype, build, and productionize data features, while collaborating with Sales, Product, and Customer teams to scope and demonstrate value.

Responsibilities include end-to-end delivery from discovery to handover, developing APIs, and ensuring scalable architectures. Travel up to 30% as projects require.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years building production-grade data or application solutions.
• Proficient in Python and SQL; comfortable with other languages.
• Strong API integration experience (REST/GraphQL), auth models, and webhooks.
• Cloud-native delivery: containers (Docker), CI/CD, and deployments to major clouds.
• Git-centric workflow, code reviews, testing practices, and documentation discipline.

Responsibilities

• Own solution architecture and end-to-end delivery: from discovery to POC, testing, and handover.
• Hands-on development: design, prototype, and build data/AI features and integrations.
• Solution demos and technical workshops; iterate quickly on POCs to prove value.
• Productionize data flows; instrument logging/metrics, tests, security, and deployment pipelines.
• Pre-sales technical support: shape SOWs, right-size scope and estimates, and de-risk delivery.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data pipelines

CI/CD

Git workflows

Cloud platforms

REST/GraphQL APIs

Docker

Tools

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

You will be on the bleeding edge of AI, helping transform manufacturers and innovating as you go. Not only will you be helping customers, but you will be the chief pathfinder for our product and technology teams as you discover repeatable solutions for US manufacturers.

• Own solution architecture and delivery end-to-end: from discovery and scoping to POC, testing, and handover.
• Code and ship integrations in Python/TypeScript/Rust, build APIs and integrations, and stand up data pipelines.
• Partner cross-functionally with Sales (technical scoping, demos), Product (field feedback and reusability), and Customer teams (enablement and runbooks).
• Write clear technical documents: architecture diagrams, SOW estimates, test plans, and ops runbooks.
• 0→1 focus: move from first customer conversation to production quickly; create reusable accelerators for later 1→N scale. This is not a coordination/program role.

What Your Days Will Look Like

• Hands-on development: design, prototype, and build data/AI features and integrations; write services and orchestration code.
• Customer discovery and value engineering: elicit requirements, map data sources, define measurable success criteria.
• Solution demos and technical workshops: iterate quickly on POCs to prove value.
• Productionize: harden data flows, instrument logging/metrics, add tests, security controls, and deployment pipelines.
• Pre-sales technical support: shape SOWs, right-size scope and estimates, and de-risk delivery.

• 5-10 years building and delivering production-grade data or application solutions, ideally in B2B or industrial/manufacturing contexts.

• Proficient in Python and SQL; comfortable with other languages
• Hands-on with data pipelines and AI patterns: ETL/ELT, vector stores and evaluation/guardrails.
• Cloud-native delivery: containers (Docker), CI/CD, and deployments to AWS/GCP/Azure; infra-as-code mindset and basic networking/security.
• Strong API integration experience (REST/GraphQL), auth models, and webhooks; familiarity with event-driven designs.
• Git-centric workflow, code reviews, testing practices, and documentation discipline.
• Manufacturing native a plus: ERP/MES/PLM/QA/LIMS familiarity and common data shapes.
• U.S. citizen or green card holder (ITAR).
• Willingness to travel 30%.

At CADDi, we're committed to creating a work environment that fosters your well-being and professional development. Here are some of the benefits you'll enjoy as part of our team:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: We provide 100% company-covered employee comprehensive health insurance, including medical (UnitedHealth), dental (Principal), and vision (VSP) to keep you and your family healthy.
• OTE: $150,000 - $225,000, based on experience, with the addition of bonuses.
• Ownership & Rewards: Be a part of our success story with a competitive stock options plan.
• Financial Security: Start saving for your future with our 401k plan, featuring a generous 4% company match starting on day one.
• Generous Time Off: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with 15 days of paid time off, five dedicated sick days, and ten company holidays to celebrate throughout the year.
• Thriving Culture: We foster a vibrant work environment with delicious company lunches, engaging events, and healthy drinks and snacks to keep you fueled. Celebrate your achievements with us at quarterly events and holiday gatherings.
• Learning & Development: We invest in your growth by providing opportunities to join professional organizations, attend industry conferences, and participate in various learning initiatives.
• Financial Incentives: Benefit from commuter and parking benefits to simplify your daily commute. We also offer referral bonuses to help you spread the word about exciting opportunities at CADDi.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CADDi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.

We are a diverse and inclusive workplace that values your unique talents and perspectives. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.