Pre-Sales Solutions Architect - Artificial Intelligence

SDG Group • Bridgewater, NJ

3h • Hybrid

About The Position

SDG Group is a global consulting firm specialized in Data & AI, with practices in Business Analytics, Data Management, Advanced and Predictive Analytics, and Business Insights. The firm focuses on helping clients become data-driven enterprises by implementing transformative AI technologies for a competitive advantage. Their AI Practice is a key driver of this transformation, comprising experts in various AI domains and boasting a proven track record with over 70 clients and 100 use cases. SDG utilizes proprietary IP, including technology accelerators, frameworks, and tools, to expedite AI implementation. Through SDG iLabs, they foster innovation by exploring emerging AI trends and collaborating with major AI hyperscalers like Microsoft, Google, and AWS to maintain their leadership in data and AI services.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in AI/ML engineering, cloud architecture, technical consulting, or related fields, with a background that demonstrates hands-on delivery and technical depth.
• Solid understanding of enterprise AI solution design — including AI platform selection, cloud-based infrastructure, and GenAI/agentic application patterns.
• Comfortable speaking credibly to MLOps concepts and the pathway from PoC to production.
• Hands-on familiarity with Snowflake, Databricks, and at least one hyperscaler AI platform is required: Azure AI Foundry, AWS SageMaker, or GCP Vertex AI.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and engage confidently with both technical teams and C-level executives.
• Comfortable leading solution presentations, running demos, and translating complex AI concepts into compelling business value propositions.
• Working knowledge of LLMs, Generative AI applications, and agentic AI patterns in enterprise contexts.
• Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related technical field. Equivalent practical experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in technical pre-sales, solution architecture, or client-facing advisory roles is preferred but not mandatory.
• Broader hyperscaler exposure (Azure, AWS, GCP) is strongly preferred.
• Experience creating solution blueprints, architectural frameworks, or reusable technology accelerators that can be adapted across client engagements.
• Cloud or AI architecture certifications are a strong plus.
• Experience working effectively across distributed teams and multiple geographies.
• Comfort navigating a global consulting environment where ideas and solutions are developed across borders.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients and internal account teams to uncover AI priorities, business challenges, and strategic goals.
• Qualify opportunities, build trusted relationships with technical and executive stakeholders, and translate client needs into clearly defined AI use cases and solution approaches that demonstrate tangible business value.
• Design and present enterprise AI solution architectures tailored to client needs — spanning AI platform selection, cloud infrastructure, and GenAI/agentic application patterns.
• Develop reference architectures, solution designs and methodologies that give clients a realistic and credible path from concept to production, ensuring designs prioritize governance, scalability, and integration with the broader data ecosystem.
• Own the technical workstream of the AI sales cycle from initial discovery through to close.
• Prepare and deliver compelling technical and commercial proposals with a strong focus on ROI and business impact, respond to RFPs, lead solution demos, and serve as the primary AI technical point of reference — ensuring tight alignment between client needs and SDG’s capabilities.
• Develop a strong command of SDG’s AI portfolio — including AI platform partnerships, GenAI accelerators, and industry-specific use cases — and apply that knowledge to identify expansion opportunities within existing accounts and support new logo pursuits.
• Contribute to the refinement of SDG’s AI value proposition and go-to-market positioning.
• Stay current with the fast-moving AI and GenAI landscape — including emerging platforms, architectural patterns, and enterprise use cases.
• Contribute to SDG’s internal knowledge base, AI accelerators, and reusable assets through SDG iLabs and practice initiatives.
• Represent SDG at AI industry events, hyperscaler partner conferences, and client briefings.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships that reinforce SDG’s reputation as a trusted AI and data partner.

Benefits

• Full-time employment in a growing high-tech industry with a meritocratic culture that provides opportunities for professional growth.
• Customized career plans that enable you to advance independently and in collaboration with your peers.
• Competitive base salary
• Commission structure
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match
• Robust healthcare and benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability coverage.
• 3+ weeks of paid vacation
• Flexible holiday schedule
• Hybrid work model anchored to U.S. offices
• Welcoming, collaborative, and inclusive culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior