AI Architect

Job Family:
Technology Consulting

Travel Required:
Up to 25%

Clearance Required:
None

What You Will Do:

• Architect and implement enterprise-grade AI solutions by collaborating with senior leadership to define technology strategies that align with business objectives.
• Lead the design and development of AI platforms, including model lifecycle management, cloud-native deployment pipelines, and scalable agentic architectures.
• Drive business development by contributing to technical RFP responses, authoring white papers on AI innovation, and crafting solution-oriented pitch decks.
• Build and operationalize AI infrastructure for clients, including cloud-based model hosting (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Palantir, Databricks), data pipelines, and AI service enablement.
• Evaluate and integrate cutting-edge AI technologies (e.g., LLMs, multi-agent systems, retrieval-augmented generation, fine-tuning frameworks) into client solutions.
• Lead end-to-end development of AI models and agents, ensuring performance, scalability, and compliance with commercial and public sector standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify high-impact AI use cases and deliver technical solutions that transform client operations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to AI engineers and data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Ensure that all AI deployments adhere to commercial and public sector guidelines policies and standards, delivering responsible AI usage.

What You Will Need:

• ship is required
• Bachelor's degree is required
• Minimum TEN (10) years of experience in AI, machine learning, or data analytics, with a strong focus on solution development and deployment.
• Minimum TWO (2) years of hands-on experience with Generative AI and/or Agentic AI architectures and solutions.
• Proven track record advising clients in a consulting or technology strategy capacity.
• Hands-on experience developing applications, data pipelines, and cloud-native solutions.
• Experience deploying AI solutions on leading cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Palantir, or Databricks.
• :Deep understanding of AI/ML model lifecycles, platform design, and scalable architectures.
• Strong background in big data technologies, AI frameworks, and modern cloud ecosystems.
• Demonstrated technical leadership in delivering AI-driven modernization projects.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive innovation.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD SECRET security clearance. Active SECRET or higher-level clearance is strongly preferred.
• Certifications in cloud architecture, AI/ML engineering, or data science are preferred.
• Experience working with clients in an advisory or technology consulting capacity
• Master's degree

The annual salary range for this position is $226,000.00-$376,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

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