Azure Data & AI Architect

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Carolina.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete solution delivery process: from requirements gathering to architecture, design, construction, testing, and deployment.

• Act as the technical leader: establish engineering standards, resolve delivery obstacles, and guarantee quality throughout testing and release phases.

• Develop and execute AI solutions utilizing Azure AI services (such as Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, Azure Machine Learning) and, when suitable, Copilot / Copilot Studio.

• Prioritize security, governance, and practical usability over mere experimentation.

• Construct data platforms utilizing Azure data services (ADF, Databricks, Synapse, ADLS) and/or Microsoft Fabric.

• Provide production-grade pipelines (ETL/ELT), storage and computing patterns, as well as data models that support BI and AI workloads.

• Leverage the Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) when it serves as the optimal tool for swift business value.

• Collaborate with engineers and business stakeholders to convert requirements into actionable designs.

• Work alongside security and governance teams to ensure that solutions comply with best practices and client constraints.

• Articulate architecture decisions — including trade-offs — in accessible language.

• Function as a trusted advisor: align project scope with expected outcomes, manage stakeholder expectations, and keep clients updated on changes.

• Develop reusable internal resources (reference architectures, accelerators, playbooks) that enhance delivery quality.

• Remain up-to-date on changes to Azure AI and data platforms and apply insights practically to client solutions.

• Assist in early discovery, solution conceptualization, and contribute to technical proposals, estimates, and SOWs as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years in delivering technology solutions, with at least 5 years in leading data engineering, analytics, or AI projects on Azure.

• Proven track record of personal accountability — able to articulate what was built, the rationale behind choices made, and potential improvements for future projects.

• Direct experience with Azure AI services and Azure data platforms and/or Microsoft Fabric.

• Capability to design scalable patterns (such as lakes, warehouses, modeling) and responsibly integrate AI into workflows.

• Practical operational mindset (CI/CD and MLOps experience is advantageous).

• Comfortable navigating ambiguity, making explicit trade-offs, and maintaining momentum in delivery without requiring constant guidance.

• Strong communicator in client-facing roles who can clearly explain complex decisions and confidently lead the technical direction.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.

• Background in consulting or professional services.

• Experience with Power Platform and Power BI.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric and data governance.

• Experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code.

• Relevant Microsoft certifications.

• Proficient in Python used within real production environments.

• Experience in writing and maintaining code for data processing, automation, or model deployment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible work environment and remote work options.

• Collaborative and innovative team culture.