AI Architect

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking an AI Architect in Houston, TX.

REQUIREMENTS:
* Application Modernization, Cloud Architecture and AI Leadership Technology leader with 10+ years of experience driving enterprise application modernization, cloud transformation, and software architecture initiatives
* 10+ years in software engineering and enterprise application delivery, 5+ years of Azure/Google Cloud Platform cloud architecture experience, and 3+ years delivering AI/Generative AI solutions, with a proven track record leading large-scale digital transformation and customer-facing platform initiatives
* Expertise in designing and delivering scalable, secure, and highly available solutions across Azure and Google Cloud platforms
* Proven success modernizing legacy applications through cloud-native architectures, microservices, APIs, and Azure PaaS services while leading large-scale migrations from on-premises environments to the cloud
* Skilled in developing modernization roadmaps, establishing architectural governance, security standards, and operational best practices aligned to business objectives
* Deep experience architecting enterprise cloud solutions using Azure App Services, AKS, Azure Functions, API Management, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Integration Services, Terraform, and Bicep; Focused on cloud adoption strategies that improve reliability, performance, security, and cost efficiency
* Experienced in designing and implementing AI and Generative AI solutions using Azure AI Services, Azure OpenAI, Gemini Enterprise, Azure AI Search, vector databases, Semantic Kernel, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) frameworks; Led development of enterprise copilots, intelligent assistants, document intelligence solutions, and knowledge management platforms that enhance customer and employee experiences through automation and data-driven insights

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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