Solution Architect - Data & AI

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Solution Architect – Data & AI to lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and high-performance data and AI solutions. This individual will play a key role in shaping our modern data ecosystem, including cloud data platforms, advanced analytics, machine learning, and enterprise data integration strategies.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in cloud-native data architecture, experience with enterprise AI/ML initiatives, and a strategic mindset to align technology with business outcomes.

Consulting role, full time for CTG

End Clients: various industries

Location: Remote

W2, Salaried only, no C2C, 1099 or H1B transfer/sponsorship

Key Responsibilities:

Solution Design & Architecture

• Architect end-to-end data and AI solutions across cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP), including data ingestion, processing, storage, analytics, and ML/AI services.
• Lead the design of modern data Lakehouse architectures, data warehouses, and real-time analytics pipelines using tools such as Databricks, Synapse, Azure Data Factory, and Power BI.
• Define AI/ML solution frameworks, including feature stores, model lifecycle management, and responsible AI practices.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to understand strategic goals and translate them into scalable technical solutions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor across product, data science, engineering, and compliance teams.

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Governance & Security

• Ensure all solutions comply with data governance, privacy, and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Collaborate with enterprise security teams to define identity, access, and data protection strategies.

Thought Leadership & Innovation

• Guide enterprise adoption of emerging AI technologies, including Generative AI, NLP, and predictive analytics.
• Contribute to data platform modernization strategies, evaluating new tools, patterns, and architectures.

Delivery & Enablement

• Provide technical oversight during solution implementation, ensuring best practices in DevOps, CI/CD, infrastructure as code (IaC), and monitoring.
• Mentor technical teams and enable knowledge transfer through architecture diagrams, documentation, and working sessions.

Required Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or AI/ML solution design.
• Proven success delivering cloud-native data platforms and AI solutions (Azure preferred).
• Hands-on experience with tools like Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, Databricks, Power BI, SQL, Python, and Spark.

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• Experience with machine learning workflows, MLOps, and integration into production environments.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, metadata management, and security best practices.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience deploying Generative AI / LLM-based solutions using Azure OpenAI, LangChain, or similar frameworks.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Purview, Unity Catalog, or similar data cataloging/governance tools.
• Certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, DP-203, or AI-102 are a strong plus.
• Experience in regulated industries (healthcare, energy, financial services) a plus.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to shape enterprise-scale solutions with meaningful business impact.
• Collaborative environment with technical autonomy.
• Ongoing professional development and certifications in cloud and AI technologies.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.