Digital Transformation Leader

Lead AI Architect

We are seeking a visionary Lead AI Architect to spearhead the technical design and implementation of this transformative capability.

This role is pivotal in architecting a scalable, AI-driven solution that seamlessly integrates advanced data processing, intuitive web interfaces, and intelligent automation.

This position demands a strategic leader who thrives in complexity and is deeply committed to cultivating strong stakeholder relationships.

You will play a key role in fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, guiding cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that drive pricing transparency, operational efficiency, and market competitiveness.

The ideal candidate will bring a unique blend of technical depth and strategic foresight, with a proven track record of leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver end-to-end automation at scale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion Software Excellence & Talent Development
• Lead Automation Use Cases Architecture
• End-to-End Platform Development
• API & Agent Framework Integration
• ETL & Data Pipeline Architecture
• Cloud-Native Deployment & Monitoring
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Technical Expertise:

• Solid experience (minimum 5 years) in architecting, deploying, and managing applications across leading cloud platforms, demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of cloud services including computing, database management, application development, and integration services.
• Familiarity with cloud-native services (Azure), containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless architectures is highly valued.

Embedded Systems and CI/CD:

• Experience with embedded devices, operating systems, and server-client architecture. Proficient in CI/CD and DevSecOps practices.

Architecture Design:

• Experience in Microservices and Event-Driven Architecture. Understanding architecture design principles and patterns. Experience with SQL Server, Web Services (SOAP/REST) and API development.

.NET Development Skills:

• Extensive hands-on experience in building scalable, high-performance applications using .NET technologies, with strong capabilities in C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET, and Entity Framework. Knowledge of web technologies and frameworks, such as Blazor or ASP.NET MVC, is also crucial.

Integration with SAP and Salesforce:

• Demonstrated ability to integrate .NET applications with both SAP and Salesforce platforms, employing APIs and middleware solutions like SAP Process Orchestration or API to facilitate robust data exchange and streamline workflows across these systems.

Security and Compliance:

• Deep understanding of security practices related to cloud-hosted applications, including implementing secure authentication and authorization mechanisms (e.g., OAuth, OpenID Connect) and ensuring compliance with relevant industry security standards.

Scalability and High Availability:

• Proven expertise in designing applications that are highly scalable and resilient, leveraging cloud scalability features such as load balancing, auto-scaling, and caching services to ensure optimal performance and availability.

Agile Development Practices:

• Strong background in Agile methodologies, adept at managing product backlogs, user stories, sprint planning, and releases, particularly within a cloud-hosted application development environment.

Strategic Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking:

• Ability to address complex technical and integration challenges with a strategic mindset, utilizing analytical and data-driven decision-making to optimize the application's performance and capabilities.

Benefits:

Leadership in Communication and Reporting:

• Skilled in leading communication efforts and reporting, adept at preparing and presenting comprehensive updates and reports to senior leaders and stakeholders. Ability to succinctly highlight key metrics, progress, and insights, ensuring transparency and alignment at all levels of the organization.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Background in coordinating hardware & software development teams and business owners, with the ability to influence SMEs directly.