Global AI & Data Architecture Lead

ATS Client; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Client is seeking a Senior AI & Data Architect (Contract) to drive AI and data architecture delivery across global client environments. You will lead enterprise delivery operations, engage stakeholders, and coordinate contractor onboarding and workforce delivery in fast-paced settings.

The role requires strong communication and governance skills, with experience in enterprise technology and managed services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years' experience within AI architecture, data architecture and enterprise technology environments.
• Experience in managed services and application management for enterprise clients.
• Strong delivery operations, stakeholder engagement, and client-facing capabilities.
• Comfortable working with ATS platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter and enterprise sourcing tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide AI & data architecture delivery support across global client environments.
• Lead stakeholder engagement, governance, and reporting for delivery programmes.
• Coordinate workforce onboarding, contractor management and delivery pipelines.
• Ensure operational excellence, SLA adherence, and pipeline visibility.

Skills

AI Architecture

Data Architecture

Enterprise tech environments

Managed services

Application management

Strategic delivery operations

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Tools

ATS platforms

LinkedIn Recruiter

Enterprise sourcing tools

Job description

ATS Client is seeking a Senior AI & Data Architect (Contract) to drive AI and data architecture delivery across global client environments. You will lead enterprise delivery operations, engage stakeholders, and coordinate contractor onboarding and workforce delivery in fast-paced settings.

The role requires strong communication and governance skills, with experience in enterprise technology and managed services.