AI Architect (Data Scientist + AI/ML Engineering)

Job Title: AI Architect (Data Scientist + AI/ML Engineering)
Location: Reston, VA (Hybrid)
Job Type: Contract

Job Description:

We are seeking an AI Architect with a strong background as a Data Scientist and AI/ML Engineer, who has transitioned into designing enterprise-scale AI solutions. This role will focus on Generative AI and Agentic AI, driving architecture decisions across models, data, and AWS platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Design end-to-end AI/ML and GenAI architectures.
• Define LLM strategy (model selection, orchestration, governance).
• Architect AI solutions on AWS (SageMaker, Bedrock, Kendra, Aurora).
• Design data platforms using MongoDB and Vector Databases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead AI solution design.
• Establish AI architecture standards and best practices.

Requirements:

• 10+ years overall IT experience.
• 3+ years hands-on Data Science experience.
• 2–3 years AI/ML solution architecture experience.
• Background as a Data Scientist / Lead Data Scientist.
• Strong GenAI and AI solution design experience.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree or AI/AWS certifications