Principal AI & Data Architect - Remote - Up to £110,000
A leading Microsoft-focused technology consultancy is seeking a highly experienced Principal AI & Data Architect to drive the design, strategy, and delivery of advanced data and AI solutions across enterprise clients.
This is a senior, hands‑on position for someone who thrives on shaping modern data platforms, influencing C‑suite stakeholders, and guiding teams in the delivery of cutting‑edge cloud and AI architectures.
About the Role:
- Lead the architecture and design of large-scale data and AI platforms across the Microsoft ecosystem.
- Define technical standards, best practices, and architectural governance.
- Drive pre-sales engagements, translate business needs into solution architectures, and support bid responses.
- Run workshops with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including C-level leaders.
- Provide technical leadership across delivery programmes and mentor internal teams.
- Collaborate on internal product development and reusable solution assets.
This role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on architectural work, contributing directly to customer success and revenue growth.
Key Skills & Experience
- Azure Data & AI Services - Data Factory, Synapse, Azure SQL, Storage, Power BI, Fabric.
- AI & Machine Learning - generative AI, cognitive services, ML engineering, responsible AI.
- Modern Data Architecture - lakehouse, data mesh, ELT/ETL, MDM, dimensional modelling.
- Microsoft Business Applications - Dynamics 365, Power Platform.
- Delivery & Engineering - DevOps, Agile, CI/CD, governance.
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