Job type
ContractLocation
ManchesterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ConsultancyIndustry
Technology & Internet ServicesPay
£900 - £1000
AI Architect | up to £1000 per day | Hybrid
AI Architect (Contract)
Duration: Initial 6 months (with strong extension potential)
About the Role
We’re working with a forward-thinking organisation looking to engage an experienced AI Architect on a contract basis to drive the design and delivery of enterprise-grade AI solutions.
This role is ideal for a highly skilled consultant who can operate at both a strategic and hands-on level, helping shape AI capability while delivering real, production-ready outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and implement the AI architecture strategy and roadmap
- Design scalable, secure, and high-performance AI/ML solutions
- Translate business requirements into end-to-end AI architectures
- Lead the design of data pipelines, model training environments, and deployment frameworks
- Implement best practices for MLOps, CI/CD, and model life cycle management
- Evaluate and recommend AI tools, platforms, and frameworks
- Ensure alignment with data governance, security, and regulatory requirements (e.g. GDPR)
- Collaborate with key stakeholders across data, engineering, and business teams
- Provide technical leadership and architectural oversight across AI initiatives
Experience Required
- Extensive experience (typically 8–12+ years) in technology, with a strong focus on AI, machine learning, and data architecture
- Proven track record of delivering enterprise-scale AI/ML solutions in complex environments
- Experience defining and implementing AI architecture strategies and roadmaps
- Strong hands-on experience building end-to-end AI systems (data pipelines, model development, deployment, monitoring)
- Deep experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and cloud-native architecture
- Strong background in data engineering and large-scale data platforms (e.g., Spark, Databricks)
- Experience implementing MLOps frameworks, including CI/CD and model governance
- Experience integrating AI into microservices, APIs, and enterprise systems
- Exposure to advanced AI techniques such as NLP, deep learning, and Generative AI / LLMs
- Strong understanding of AI governance, ethics, and compliance requirements
- Proven ability to work in cross-functional, stakeholder-heavy environments
- Experience in a senior or architect-level role, with strong technical leadership capability
Key Skills
- Python (or similar programming languages)
- TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar ML frameworks
- Cloud AI services (Azure AI, AWS SageMaker, GCP AI Platform)
- Data technologies (SQL/NoSQL, Spark, Databricks)
- API and microservices architecture
- DevOps / MLOps tooling
Desirable Experience
- Experience with Generative AI solutions (e.g. Azure OpenAI, GPT-based models)
- Microsoft stack experience (Azure, Fabric, Synapse)
- Previous consulting or contract experience in enterprise environments
- Industry experience in [Finance / Retail / Healthcare – tailor if needed]
What’s on Offer
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI initiatives
- High-impact role shaping AI strategy and delivery
- Flexible working arrangements
- Competitive day rate with long-term extension potential
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced AI Architect available for your next contract and ready to deliver impactful AI solutions, we’d love to hear from you.
