Senior Software Architect

Job Description Summary

The Senior Generative AI Software Architect is a visionary leader responsible for defining and delivering scalable, innovative AI solutions using cutting-edge generative AI models. This role entails architecting systems that leverage advanced AI to solve complex business problems and enable transformative applications. You will support enterprise-scale AI initiatives leveraging Bedrock foundational models, Azure OpenAI, and Google Gemini. The core platform is based on AWS, with additional integrations into Azure for specific AI use cases. The Senior Architect works closely with product owners, data scientists, and software development teams to design frameworks, deploy models, and ensure seamless integration with enterprise systems. As a technical authority, this role emphasizes system scalability, high performance, security, and ethical considerations. You will guide teams in adopting generative AI technologies, mentor engineering teams, and drive innovation to deliver a competitive edge.

As a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova Advanced Research is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business’s mission to help power the energy transition. We forge the collaborations and help invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future.

Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova’s businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 entities at the forefront of technology to execute on 150+ energy-focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy.

Job Description

Accelerated Immersion for Senior talent: Impact starts with a deep understanding of our core capabilities. For Cambridge, MA based resources, this position includes a required three-month (hybrid) onboarding residency at the GE Vernova Advanced Research Center in Niskayuna, NY. This immersive program allows our senior talent to establish a strong technical foundation, collaborate with our premier scientists and engineers, and align with our mission to lead the energy transition from the epicenter of our innovation hub. Travel, housing, and living stipend provided.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Architect and oversee the development of robust, scalable systems for deploying generative AI models.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define business requirements and technical specifications for generative AI applications.
• Guide the selection, customization, and optimization of state-of-the-art generative AI models.
• Develop end-to-end pipelines for model training, inference, and monitoring in production environments.
• Ensure systems meet high standards for performance, scalability, and security while adhering to data privacy regulations.
• Lead the implementation of APIs, microservices, and frameworks to integrate AI models into enterprise solutions.
• Design scalable and efficient architectures for generative AI models, applications, and workflows.
• Ensure seamless integration of generative AI capabilities into existing systems.
• Provide mentorship to engineering teams, fostering expertise in AI and software architecture.
• Design and maintain platforms to handle large-scale solution applications in collaboration with legal/compliance teams
• Define architectural best practices to mitigate risks associated with Generative Ai (e.g., model hallucinations)
• Align AI architecture with organizational goals and contribute to strategic technology roadmaps.
• Document architectural designs, workflows, and decisions for transparency and scalability.

Key Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of neural network architectures (e.g., CNNs, RNNs, Transformers).
• Expertise in designing scalable, distributed architectures for AI systems.
• Strong experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Kubernetes, Docker).
• Familiarity with large-scale distributed systems and database technologies.
• Experience in creating technical design documents and implementation playbooks for target-state AI solutions within cloud environments based on
• Experience translating business requirements into technical solution designs
• Thorough understanding of integration platforms and protocols (e.g., REST, SOAP, HTTP, UDP, ETC.)
• Proficiency in designing RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints for AI services.
• Knowledge of API development, microservices architecture, and DevOps practices.
• Proficiency in MLOps/LLMOps and model lifecycle management, including CI/CD pipelines for training, testing, and deploying AI models at scale.
• Expertise in prompt engineering and fine-tuning large language models (LLMs), including techniques like Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback (RLHF) and parameter-efficient tuning (e.g., LoRA).
• Performance optimization for AI/ML workloads, including GPU/TPU acceleration, model quantization, pruning, and distillation.
• Observability & Monitoring of AI pipelines, encompassing logging, tracing, and metrics to detect drift, anomalies, or performance bottlenecks.
• Security, Privacy, and Compliance knowledge, with an understanding of data governance (GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2) and secure model serving.

Position Requirements:

• Master’s degree or higher in Computer Science/Engineering, AI, or related fields.
• 10+ years of experience in software architecture with a focus on AI/ML systems.
• Proven track record of designing scalable Generative AI use case solutions.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with stakeholders across technical and business domains.
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.  
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.   We will not sponsor applicants at the Master’s level, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Must be 18 years or older.  
• You must submit your application for employment at www.careers.gevernova.com to be considered. 

The salary range for this position is $161,200 - $242,000 USD, annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s education and skill set. This position may also be eligible for a sign on incentive and new hire equity grant based on meeting certain eligibility criteria. This position will remain posted until at least October 1, 2025.

GE provides a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings and a 401K with Company matching, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, EAP, and more.

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $145,400.00 and $242,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on March 05, 2026.Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.