AI Architect

Req ID: 370506 

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a AI Architect to join our team in Noida, Uttar Pradesh (IN-UP), India (IN).

JOB TITLE: AI/ML Architect (Generative AI & LLM Solutions)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced AI/ML Architect with deep expertise in Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and scalable AI platform design. In this role, you will be responsible for defining architecture, guiding implementation, and ensuring the scalability, security, and reliability of enterprise-grade AI solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate business strategy into robust AI systems and frameworks.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

AI/ML & Solution Architecture

• Define and design end-to-end AI/ML architectures, including data pipelines, model lifecycle, and deployment frameworks.
• Establish best practices, standards, and reusable frameworks for ML and Generative AI solutions.
• Provide architectural guidance on model selection, optimization strategies, and scalability considerations.
• Ensure systems are designed for high availability, performance, and cost efficiency.

Generative AI & LLM Architecture

• Design and oversee development of LLM-based enterprise solutions (chatbots, summarization systems, semantic search, copilots).
• Define prompt engineering strategies, RAG architectures, and orchestration frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex).
• Evaluate and select LLM providers, open-source models, and fine-tuning approaches.
• Architect secure and scalable integrations with APIs (OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, etc.).
• Lead design of vector database strategies and embedding pipelines.

Platform Engineering & MLOps Strategy

• Architect enterprise MLOps frameworks, including CI/CD pipelines, model governance, and monitoring systems.
• Define model lifecycle management standards (MLflow, Langfuse, etc.).
• Oversee deployment strategies across cloud platforms (Azure preferred), including Databricks integration.
• Drive adoption of containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform).

Governance, Security & Compliance

• Establish AI governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and enterprise security standards.
• Define policies for responsible AI, model explainability, and risk mitigation.
• Ensure data privacy, security, and auditability across all AI systems.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Act as a technical leader and mentor for AI/ML engineers and data scientists.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and engineering teams to align AI initiatives with business goals.
• Drive architecture reviews, design decisions, and technical roadmaps.
• Communicate complex architectural concepts to both technical and executive stakeholders.

REQUIRED SKILLS

AI/ML & Architecture Expertise

• Strong expertise in machine learning, deep learning, and NLP architectures.
• Proven experience designing large-scale AI/ML systems and platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.).

Generative AI & LLMs

• Deep experience with LLMs (GPT, BERT, open-source models) and Transformer architectures.
• Expertise in RAG, prompt engineering, fine-tuning, and LLM evaluation frameworks.
• Experience designing enterprise-grade GenAI applications.

Cloud & MLOps

• Strong experience with Azure AI/ML ecosystem, Databricks, and cloud-native architectures.
• Expertise in CI/CD, model deployment, monitoring, and observability.
• Familiarity with containerization, Kubernetes, and distributed systems.

Architecture & Design Skills

• Proven ability to design scalable, modular, and secure systems.
• Strong understanding of microservices, APIs, and event-driven architectures.

Leadership & Strategy

• Experience leading technical teams and driving architecture decisions.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience in healthcare or regulated industries (HIPAA, GDPR).
• Familiarity with vector databases (Pinecone, FAISS, Milvus).
• Exposure to Responsible AI frameworks and AI governance models.
• Certifications in Azure AI, AWS ML, or Enterprise Architecture frameworks.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or related field.
• Relevant certifications in Cloud, AI/ML, or Architecture are a plus.

ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Strong communication skills with ability to influence cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Strategic thinker with a forward-looking approach to AI innovation.
• Ability to operate in global, distributed environments.

KEYWORDS FOR VISIBILITY

AI Architect, Generative AI Architect, LLM Architect, Enterprise AI, RAG, LangChain, Azure AI, MLOps Architecture, AI Governance, NLP Architect, Databricks, Vector DB, Responsible AI

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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