Senior Azure AI Solution Architect

Pwc Canada • Toronto, ON

22d

About The Position

At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. These individuals combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions. Reporting to the Director of Solutions Architecture, within our Products & Technology organization, the Senior Azure AI Solution Architect will provide the opportunity to invest in new business models that leverage our knowledge and design technology solutions for the growing digital market. Each new solution focuses on data-driven platforms or other intellectual property-based solutions that leverage emerging technologies and new business models. Through the process of designing new solutions, we foster a culture of innovation within PwC, extend brand relevance in the market, and generate new revenue.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Azure AI Solution Architect at the Senior Manager level, unlock your potential and embrace the chance to drive meaningful outcomes that’ll elevate your career. Your role will include, but isn’t limited to:
Solution technology projects executed by Development teams
Provide technical guidance regarding tools, frameworks, and platforms
Design and optimize Azure application and infrastructure architectures
Lead the development and deployment of AI solutions
Be actively involved in business development activities to identify and research opportunities on new/existing clients
Support the Enterprise Architecture processes
Shape and deliver digital products to meet clients' expectations
Assist Enterprise Architects in assessing technology solutions
Participate in business development activities
Supervise and support Vendor’s developers
Execute periodical code reviews
What You'll Bring
Your skills, knowledge, and experiences are what set you apart. Here's what we look for:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering
Azure solution Architect and Azure Developer certifications preferred
Experience working in agile teams and product delivery
Enterprise level solutions with a cloud-first approach
Proficiency in Azure services and tools like Azure DevOps
Exposure to working with leading Azure AI technologies like Azure AI Foundry, Azure OpenAI Service, and Azure Databricks
AI development frameworks and their deployment on Azure
Building scalable AI assets that can be utilized through low / no-code platforms such as Copilot Studio
Understanding of application design and integration with Azure infrastructure
Service-oriented, event-driven, and microservices architectures and knowledge regarding AI technologies is highly desirable
This role does not require professional engineering licensure and is not classified as a formal engineering position under provincial regulatory definitions. While individuals with a P.Eng designation are welcome to apply, the responsibilities of this role do not involve the practice of professional engineering as defined by applicable legislation
This newly created role reflects our commitment to growth and delivering distinctive value for our clients and stakeholders.
The salary range for this position is $137,600 - $187,600. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for PwC locations in major city centres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package.
We’re committed to providing accommodation throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.
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Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering
• Experience working in agile teams and product delivery
• Enterprise level solutions with a cloud-first approach
• Proficiency in Azure services and tools like Azure DevOps
• Exposure to working with leading Azure AI technologies like Azure AI Foundry, Azure OpenAI Service, and Azure Databricks
• AI development frameworks and their deployment on Azure
• Building scalable AI assets that can be utilized through low / no-code platforms such as Copilot Studio
• Understanding of application design and integration with Azure infrastructure
• Service-oriented, event-driven, and microservices architectures and knowledge regarding AI technologies is highly desirable

Nice To Haves

• Azure solution Architect and Azure Developer certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Solution technology projects executed by Development teams
• Provide technical guidance regarding tools, frameworks, and platforms
• Design and optimize Azure application and infrastructure architectures
• Lead the development and deployment of AI solutions
• Be actively involved in business development activities to identify and research opportunities on new/existing clients
• Support the Enterprise Architecture processes
• Shape and deliver digital products to meet clients' expectations
• Assist Enterprise Architects in assessing technology solutions
• Participate in business development activities
• Supervise and support Vendor’s developers
• Execute periodical code reviews

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees