Data Architect

Sensiple Inc is a New Jersey corporation with over two decades of expertise in technology-driven solutions specializing in Customer Experience, Contact Centre Solutions, Digital Transformation, Cloud Computing & Independent Testing.

With an expert team that has enriched experience in executing & developing sustainable IT strategies in Healthcare, Technology, Retail, Logistics, Education, Telecommunications, Government and Media, we help our diverse customers to envision the future. By developing highly scalable and consistent solutions, our primary goal is to deliver excellence at all levels and delight our customers and drive them to a better future.

One of our clients is looking for a Data Architect@ Onsite, please find below the details of the position.

AI & Data Architect
Location: Chicago, IL – Onsite
Rate: $70–$75/hr
Duration: 6 Months
Experience: 10+Years

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced AI & Data Architect to lead technology strategy, architecture, roadmap planning, and target-state execution within a banking environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Generative AI, data architecture, banking/wealth management, Salesforce, nCino, Customer 360, and cloud AI platforms. This role will work closely with business and technology stakeholders to design secure, scalable, enterprise-grade AI and data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define technology strategy, architecture roadmaps, and target-state solutions.
• Design scalable Generative AI, RAG, multi-agent, Knowledge Graph, and Vector Database architectures.
• Develop solutions using Azure AI, Azure OpenAI, Microsoft Copilot, AWS Bedrock, and hybrid cloud environments.
• Define enterprise data architecture, Master Data Management (MDM), and data governance strategies.
• Design REST APIs, event-driven architectures, and integrations between legacy and cloud platforms.
• Lead AI/ML lifecycle management, including MLOps, LLMOps, CI/CD, and production deployments.
• Establish Zero Trust, data privacy, model risk management, and Responsible AI controls.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams.
• Translate business requirements into scalable technology solutions.
• Work with senior executives and C-suite stakeholders on architecture and technology strategy.
• Support initiatives across Wealth Management, CRM, nCino, Salesforce Financial Services Cloud (FSC), and Customer 360.

Required Skills

• 5–7 years of experience in AI/Data Architecture or Enterprise Architecture, preferably within banking or financial services.
• Strong Generative AI / GenAI architecture experience.
• Experience with RAG, Agentic AI/Multi-Agent workflows, Knowledge Graphs, and Vector Databases.
• Strong banking and Wealth Management domain knowledge.
• Hands-on experience with Salesforce CRM / Financial Services Cloud (FSC).
• Strong experience with nCino / Core Banking / Loan Origination platforms.
• Experience with Customer 360 ecosystems.
• Experience with Azure AI / Azure OpenAI / Copilot and/or AWS Bedrock.
• Strong understanding of data architecture, MDM, and data governance.
• Experience with REST APIs and event-driven architecture.
• Knowledge of MLOps/LLMOps, CI/CD, and cloud architecture.
• Strong technical leadership and executive stakeholder communication skills.
• Ability to translate business strategy into technology architecture and execution plans.

Preferred Skills

• TOGAF or enterprise architecture framework experience.
• Hybrid cloud architecture experience.
• Experience implementing Responsible AI and model governance.
• Experience working with large banking transformation programs.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.