Posted: 18 June
The role
We are looking for a Principal Architect to lead our technology strategy in AI, Generative AI, Intelligent Automation, and agentic solution development.
Responsibilities
Architectural Leadership
Oversee the comprehensive architecture strategy for developing and deploying AI applications and solutions, considering data management, cybersecurity, legal aspects, appropriate platform and infrastructure adaptation and third‑party vendor selection and integration.
Recommend the tailored level of transformation required within the current platform to adapt and exploit at scale the adoption of AI based technologies guaranteeing cost efficiency, reliability, performance and security.
Design and maintain an AI extension to the platform as an integrated technology stack, independent of any specific vendors but capable of integrating with major AI models and third‑party commodities, for porting self‑serving AI in‑house developed solutions.
Contribute to the AI roadmap and identify AI driven efficiency, innovation or automation opportunities maintaining alignment with business goals, regulatory or compliance requirements and ethical principles.
Solution Design
Partner with product and engineering teams to translate business requirements into scalable AI solutions.
Lead the evaluation, selection, and integration of AI platforms and models, tools, and technologies.
Ensure optimized integration of AI solutions with existing systems and data sources.
Technical Expertise
Collaborate with the product teams to assist in the refinement of AI related product requirements, and to provide early, high‑level advice on opportunities and possible solutions.
Stay current with emerging AI trends, technologies, protocols, research breakthroughs, model development and AI software design pattern and best practices.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the engineering teams.
Collaboration & Communication
Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, including business leaders, product managers.
Collaborate with senior leadership to align AI initiatives with organizational goals.
Communicate complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders effectively.
Promote a collaborative and innovative AI culture within the whole organisation.
Work closely with project managers, data scientists, developers and IT teams to define project scope, objectives, deliverables and solutions.
Partner with the FinOps team to ensure implementation of adequate monitoring and budgetary guardrails.
Work closely with the procurement and legal team in the negotiations with vendors.
Governance & Compliance
Establish governance and define internal standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure data privacy, security, and ethical use of AI.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and international regulations.
Qualifications
Advanced degree in Computer Science, AI, or a related field.
Contributions to open‑source AI projects or published research in AI/ML.
Extensive experience in software or systems architecture, with strong focus in AI/ML domains.
Proven experience designing and deploying AI solutions using frameworks such as LangChain, RAG, and vector databases or the MCP protocol.
Deep understanding of LLMs, prompt engineering, model evaluation, and fine‑tuning strategies.
Strong proficiency in ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Experience with AI infrastructure components including model gateways, orchestration layers, and observability tools.
Familiarity with AI governance, data privacy, international regulation and ethical AI frameworks.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Benefits
Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place.
The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate.
A generous pension package.
Private healthcare.
Discounted mobile and broadband.
A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences.
Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
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