Data & AI Solution Architect

Position Description:

Position Description
CGI's Houston Consulting team is expanding a portfolio of data and AI-enabled transformation offerings. We are seeking a Data & AI Solution Architect who blends solution architecture with a product mindset, someone who can lead client workstreams, shape practical architectures, and help build market-facing assets that grow pipeline and credibility in Houston.
This role is ideal for a high-agency consultant who enjoys client-facing delivery and practice building: thought leadership, events, offerings, and proposals.
This position is located in our Houston, Texas office, however a hybrid working model is acceptable.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
Client Delivery (primary):

. Lead workstreams on data/AI engagements spanning data governance, platform modernization, engineering/integration, analytics, and applied AI/GenAI.
. Facilitate workshops (current state, future state, use case discovery, value mapping, roadmap creation).
. Translate strategy into executable delivery plans: epics/features, delivery roadmaps, operating models, and adoption plans.
. Develop solution architectures and "good enough to build" designs: reference architectures, integration approaches, security/privacy considerations in partnership with SMEs, and build-vs-buy recommendations.
. Coach junior team members; ensure deliverable quality and client-ready storytelling.

Practice Acceleration (growth)

. Own or co-own thought leadership: POVs, client one-pagers, conference submissions, and executive briefs.
. Represent CGI in Houston: support speaking engagements, panels, university events, and industry groups (often co-presenting with leadership).
. Support business development: discovery notes, solution approach write-ups, proposal storylines, estimate inputs, and SOW drafting.

Practice Operations (enablement)

. Help standardize internal operating mechanisms: reusable SOW language, delivery playbooks, estimation models, engagement "starter kits," and lightweight invoicing/SOW hygiene processes.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

. Houston-based (or willing to relocate) and comfortable with client-facing work in a hybrid environment.
. 3-7 years of relevant experience in consulting, data/analytics, AI/ML, digital transformation, product, or solution architecture (or equivalent experience via advanced degree + applied projects).
. Strong grounding across data platforms + analytics and the ability to lead workstreams: Data management concepts (quality, lineage, governance, stewardship) Modern data engineering patterns and integration approaches Analytics and KPI design
. Applied understanding of AI / GenAI delivery: Framing use cases, value hypotheses, and evaluation approaches Understanding implementation considerations (risk, monitoring, change management, responsible use)
. Excellent client communication, structured problem-solving, and executive-ready storytelling skills.

Preferred qualifications:

. Master's degree; MBA or PhD preferred (especially if paired with practical delivery experience).
. Cloud architecture exposure (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform), MLOps familiarity, and/or platform experience (Databricks, Snowflake, Azure ML, etc.).
. Product management or experience design background (service design, journey mapping, experimentation, or roadmap ownership).
. Demonstrated external presence: published writing, conference talks, teaching, podcasts, community leadership, or active professional groups.

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Other Information:
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $218,200.00.
CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
.Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well-being programs

Skills:

• Data Analysis
• Data Engineering
• Solutions Architecture
• Artificial Intelligence

What you can expect from us:

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You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

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