Senior Thought Leader – Agentic AI Systems

HCLTech; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Thought Leader in Agentic AI Systems, where innovation drives every initiative. In this pivotal role, you'll lead groundbreaking research, architect advanced systems, and influence strategic decisions that shape the future of AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor emerging talent, and publish thought leadership that resonates across industries. With a commitment to personal growth and a vibrant work culture, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Discover your potential in a role that champions creativity and technological advancement.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 10+ years in AI/ML, including 3+ years with agent-based systems.
• Strong track record of thought leadership and published works.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive research initiatives on agentic AI design patterns.
• Develop design frameworks for advanced agentic systems.
• Mentor teams in adopting agent-first approaches.

Skills

Agentic AI Systems

Design Patterns

Autonomous Architectures

Agent Orchestration

Integration Protocols

Research Leadership

Architectural Innovation

Communication Skills

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science

Tools

Python

Model Context Protocol (MCP)

Agent-to-Agent Communication Frameworks

Job description

Senior Thought Leader – Agentic AI Systems

Senior Thought Leader – Agentic AI Systems

This range is provided by HCLTech. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$180,000.00/yr - $245,000.00/yr

HCLTech is looking for a highly talented and self-motivated Senior Thought Leader – Agentic AI Systems to join it in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.

Job Title: Senior Thought Leader – Agentic AI Systems

Job ID: 1467350BR

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Remote, US

About the Role:

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Thought Leader with deep expertise in agentic AI systems — including design patterns, autonomous architectures, agent orchestration, integration protocols (e.g., Model Context Protocol (MCP), Agent-to-Agent Communication Frameworks), and multi-agent coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research Leadership:
• Drive cutting-edge research initiatives on agentic AI design patterns, system orchestration, and real-world deployment challenges.
• Identify, analyze, and synthesize emerging trends, technologies, and academic breakthroughs related to agentic systems.
• Publish high impact thought leadership (whitepapers, blogs, conference papers) articulating clear points of view on agentic AI evolution.
• Architectural Innovation:
• Develop and document detailed design frameworks for building advanced agentic systems, including agent creation, autonomy management, memory architectures, and self-improving agents.
• Define and standardize integration strategies, including protocols such as Model Context Protocol (MCP), model routing, agent collaboration layers, and decentralized agent-to-agent interactions.
• Lead the development of reusable architectural blueprints and reference implementations.
• Strategic Influence:
• Represent the organization externally at conferences, working groups, client briefings, and industry forums on agentic AI topics.
• Advise internal leadership teams on strategic investments, product evolution, and capability development in agentic AI.
• Collaboration and Mentorship:
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, research, product management, and client teams to align agentic system initiatives with broader AI strategies.
• Mentor and guide teams in adopting agent-first approaches and understanding nuances between agentic, orchestration, and LLM application designs.
• Point of View Development:
• Create differentiated narratives and frameworks on agentic AI maturity models, operationalization paths, and value realization approaches.
• Proactively challenge conventional wisdom in AI design to champion agent-based thinking where applicable.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Experience:
• 10+ years in AI/ML, including at least 3+ years directly working with agent-based systems, agent orchestration frameworks, or autonomous multi-agent platforms.
• Strong track record of thought leadership: published papers, patents, keynote presentations, or recognized contributions to agentic AI communities.
• Technical Expertise:
• Deep understanding of advanced agent architectures (e.g., ReAct, AutoGPT variants, BabyAGI derivatives, recursive agents, decentralized memory agents).
• Familiarity with integration models like Model Context Protocol, agent-to-agent API designs, knowledge graphs for agent memory, and dynamic role allocation among agents.
• Working knowledge of relevant programming frameworks (Python preferred), LLM integration libraries, and orchestration platforms.
• Bonus: Familiarity with open-source agentic systems such as LangChain, CrewAI, AutoGen, or proprietary equivalents.
• Research Mindset:
• Ability to systematically explore unknowns, define experimental methods, derive insights, and communicate them persuasively.
• Strong critical thinking and ability to balance visionary thinking with practical design realities.
• Communication & Influence:
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, especially the ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible insights for executive and business audiences.
• Proven ability to work with and influence diverse stakeholders — from senior executives to technical practitioners.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI/ML, Computational Systems, or a related field.
• Prior experience contributing to or building multi-agent system platforms, agentic SDKs, or dynamic planning/execution engines.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range Minimum: $180,000 per year

Pay Range Maximum: $245,000 per year

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to [e-mail] for investigation.

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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