AI Architect

AI ArchitectUp to £120k + Bonus + BenefitsRemote (UK) | Occasional Client TravelArchitect the Future of Enterprise AIAI is moving beyond experimentation and this consultancy is helping some of the UK's largest organisations turn AI ambition into real-world capability.We're looking for an experienced AI Architect to join a growing AI practice, designing and delivering secure, scalable and production-ready AI solutions across enterprise environments.This is a role for someone who understands that successful AI transformation requires more than selecting the latest models. It requires strong architecture, robust data foundations, governance, security, and the ability to translate emerging technologies into measurable business outcomes.Working across Generative AI, Agentic AI, Machine Learning and enterprise data platforms, you'll help organisations move from AI strategy and proof-of-concept through to scalable production adoption.You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, technical teams and delivery specialists to define AI architectures, establish best practices and shape how enterprise AI is built and deployed.This is not a role focused purely on governance or architecture documentation. You'll remain close to the technology, influencing design decisions, guiding delivery teams and helping build solutions that create genuine business impact.What You'll Be DoingYou'll lead the architecture and delivery of enterprise AI solutions across the full lifecycle from discovery and strategy through to implementation and scale.Your responsibilities will include:Designing enterprise-scale Generative AI, Agentic AI and Machine Learning architecturesCreating AI solutions using Microsoft Foundry / Azure AI Foundry and Copilot Studio (essential)Defining AI platforms, frameworks and reference architectures for large organisationsDesigning intelligent agent solutions, AI assistants and LLM-powered applicationsDeveloping secure and governed AI approaches aligned with Responsible AI principlesAdvising senior stakeholders on AI strategy, technology choices and investment decisionsSupporting client engagements from early discovery through production deploymentCreating reusable AI accelerators, patterns and delivery frameworksProviding technical leadership and guidance to engineering and delivery teamsSupporting the continued growth and maturity of the AI consulting practiceTechnology EnvironmentYou'll work across a modern Microsoft-focused AI ecosystem including:Microsoft Foundry / Azure AI Foundry (mandatory experience)Microsoft Copilot Studio (mandatory experience)Azure AI ServicesAzure OpenAI ServiceMicrosoft Agent FrameworkSemantic KernelPower PlatformEnterprise Data PlatformsAzure Machine LearningRetrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)Large Language Models (LLMs)Agentic AI architecturesLangChain / LangGraphMLOps & LLMOpsCloud-native architecturesData governance and security frameworksWhat We're Looking ForYou'll likely be operating as an AI Architect, Lead AI Consultant, Principal AI Engineer, Principal Data Scientist or similar senior AI leadership role.You'll bring:Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise AI solutions in production environmentsStrong hands-on experience with Microsoft / Azure AI Foundry and Copilot Studio (essential)Deep understanding of Generative AI, LLM architectures, RAG and AI agentsExperience building AI solutions beyond proof-of-concept into scalable production servicesStrong Azure and Microsoft ecosystem expertiseExperience with AI governance, security, data privacy and Responsible AI principlesUnderstanding of modern data platforms and AI-ready data architecturesExperience working with senior technical and business stakeholdersStrong consulting skills with the ability to translate complex AI concepts into business outcomesThe ability to provide technical leadership while remaining close to deliveryWhy This Opportunity Stands OutAI is not an experiment here it is a strategic investment area with executive sponsorship, significant client demand and a growing pipeline of enterprise transformation programmes.You'll have the opportunity to:Work on complex AI challenges at enterprise scaleDesign solutions using the latest Microsoft AI technologiesInfluence AI adoption across major organisationsWork alongside leading specialists across AI, data and cloudShape reusable AI frameworks and best practicesContinue developing your expertise through certifications, innovation and trainingThe AI market is crowded with organisations experimenting, this opportunity is with a business that's already delivering.If you're ready to architect AI solutions that operate at enterprise scale and shape the next generation of intelligent systems, we'd love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ