AI & Automation Lead
About The Position
Design, develop, and implement advanced AI-driven solutions, including new agents, models, and functionality, to support enterprise business needs Lead hands-on API development and system integrations across cloud-based and enterprise platforms, with a primary focus on Azure core technologies Architect, build, and secure AI applications operating in multi-cloud environments, ensuring scalability, performance, and compliance with security standards Provide technical leadership to highly skilled development teams, balancing strategic direction with hands-on contribution as needed Develop and maintain Power Platform automations and Microsoft 365 integrations to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency Apply Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) best practices, ensuring high-quality deliverables, proper documentation, and effective governance controls Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions Leverage Model Context Protocol (MCP) frameworks and emerging AI standards to enhance interoperability and extensibility of AI systems Analyze complex technical challenges, identify root causes, and implement effective, forward-thinking solutions Communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences Contribute to continuous improvement by staying current with evolving AI technologies, platforms, and best practices Support authentication and authorization integrations, including OAuth 2.0, where applicable Foster strong working relationships across diverse teams and organizational levels in a remote-first environment
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree plus 10 years of relevant experience; OR 14 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
- Minimum 5 years of AI related experience including implementation of new agents/models/functionality
- Expert level with API development and integration techniques
- Expert level managing highly technical teams with hands on involvement
- Expert level developing Power Platforms automation and M365 Integrations
- Expert in Software Development Lifecycle methodologies, deliverables, and controls
- Experience with securing applications that live in multi-cloud environments (but rely on Azure core technologies)
- Familiarity with Model Context Protocol (MCP) framework
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment while remote
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people at all levels
- Desire to learn, grow, and seek increased responsibility
- Ability to self-direct, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and demands
Nice To Haves
- Experience with OATH 2.0
- Experience with Agentic AI platforms (any)
- Degree in Computer Science, or related field
- Preference will be given to candidates who are located within 50 miles of a Guidehouse office
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement advanced AI-driven solutions
- Lead hands-on API development and system integrations
- Architect, build, and secure AI applications operating in multi-cloud environments
- Provide technical leadership to highly skilled development teams
- Develop and maintain Power Platform automations and Microsoft 365 integrations
- Apply Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) best practices
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders
- Leverage Model Context Protocol (MCP) frameworks and emerging AI standards
- Analyze complex technical challenges, identify root causes, and implement effective, forward-thinking solutions
- Communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Contribute to continuous improvement by staying current with evolving AI technologies, platforms, and best practices
- Support authentication and authorization integrations, including OAuth 2.0, where applicable
- Foster strong working relationships across diverse teams and organizational levels in a remote-first environment
Benefits
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
- Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Basic Life & Supplemental Life
- Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Student Loan PayDown
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
- Skills Development & Certifications
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
- Mobility Stipend
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
