AI Architect (Contract)
📅 Duration: Initial 6 months (with strong extension potential)
About the Role
We're working with a forward-thinking organisation looking to engage an experienced AI Architect on a contract basis to drive the design and delivery of enterprise-grade AI solutions.This role is ideal for a highly skilled consultant who can operate at both a strategic and hands-on level, helping shape AI capability while delivering real, production-ready outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Define and implement the AI architecture strategy and roadmap
Design scalable, secure, and high-performance AI/ML solutions
Translate business requirements into end-to-end AI architectures
Lead the design of data pipelines, model training environments, and deployment frameworks
Implement best practices for MLOps, CI/CD, and model life cycle management
Evaluate and recommend AI tools, platforms, and frameworks
Ensure alignment with data governance, security, and regulatory requirements (e.g. GDPR)
Collaborate with key stakeholders across data, engineering, and business teams
Provide technical leadership and architectural oversight across AI initiativesExperience Required
Extensive experience (typically 8-12+ years) in technology, with a strong focus on AI, machine learning, and data architecture
Proven track record of delivering enterprise-scale AI/ML solutions in complex environments
Experience defining and implementing AI architecture strategies and roadmaps
Strong hands-on experience building end-to-end AI systems (data pipelines, model development, deployment, monitoring)
Deep experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and cloud-native architecture
Strong background in data engineering and large-scale data platforms (e.g., Spark, Databricks)
Experience implementing MLOps frameworks, including CI/CD and model governance
Experience integrating AI into microservices, APIs, and enterprise systems
Exposure to advanced AI techniques such as NLP, deep learning, and Generative AI / LLMs
Strong understanding of AI governance, ethics, and compliance requirements
Proven ability to work in cross-functional, stakeholder-heavy environments
Experience in a senior or architect-level role, with strong technical leadership capabilityKey Skills
Python (or similar programming languages)
TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar ML frameworks
Cloud AI services (Azure AI, AWS SageMaker, GCP AI Platform)
Data technologies (SQL/NoSQL, Spark, Databricks)
API and microservices architecture
DevOps / MLOps toolingDesirable Experience
Experience with Generative AI solutions (e.g. Azure OpenAI, GPT-based models)
Microsoft stack experience (Azure, Fabric, Synapse)
Previous consulting or contract experience in enterprise environments
Industry experience in [Finance / Retail / Healthcare - tailor if needed]What's on Offer
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI initiatives
High-impact role shaping AI strategy and delivery
Flexible working arrangements
Competitive day rate with long-term extension potentialApply Now
If you're an experienced AI Architect available for your next contract and ready to deliver impactful AI solutions, we'd love to hear from you.
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