Avanade

AI Architect

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6 months ago
Birmingham, United Kingdom or London, United KingdomStaff+

Responsibilities

  • Shape and own end-to-end architectures for complex agentic AI solutions from concept to production.
  • Lead solution shaping, requirements definition, design, build, integration, deployment, and delivery for client engagements.
  • Provide hands-on technical leadership while ensuring enterprise security, governance, scalability, and operational readiness.
  • Lead large AI programs involving multiple workstreams and senior client stakeholders.
  • Support pre-sales activities, including proposition shaping, proposals, and technical bids.
  • Establish architectural patterns, standards, best practices, and reusable assets for the agentic AI community.
  • Mentor architects and senior engineers and contribute to technical thought leadership and internal enablement.

Requirements

  • Significant hands-on experience delivering solutions using Microsoft Copilot Studio.
  • Deep technical expertise designing and implementing agentic AI architectures.
  • Proven experience architecting and delivering large, complex AI solutions.
  • Strong experience working directly with clients to shape requirements and manage senior stakeholders.
  • Ability to operate across strategy, architecture, and hands-on delivery.
  • Experience in consulting or professional services environments.
  • Experience with Azure AI Foundry or equivalent Azure-based AI platforms is preferred.
  • Experience with Azure OpenAI, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and API Management is preferred.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform integration patterns and enterprise governance, security, and responsible AI frameworks is preferred.
  • Experience developing architects and senior engineers is preferred.
  • Microsoft certifications in AI, Azure, or Power Platform are desirable.

Benefits

  • At least 80 hours per year of training and paid certifications.
  • Access to technical and skilled resources globally and collaboration with Microsoft technology experts.
  • Opportunities for learning, professional development, and career growth.
  • Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative workplace culture.

Tech Stack

Categories

Solutions Engineering
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About Avanade

10,000+ employees

Avanade is the world’s leading expert on Microsoft. Trusted by over 7,000 clients worldwide, we deliver AI-driven solutions that unlock the full potential of people and technology, optimize operations, foster innovation and drive growth. As Microsoft’s Global SI Partner we combine global scale with local expertise in AI, cloud, data analytics, cybersecurity, and ERP to design solutions that prioritize people and drive meaningful impact. We champion diversity, inclusion, and sustainability, ensuring our work benefits society and business.

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