We are seeking an elite AI leader with exceptional technical depth, thought leadership, and enterprise delivery experience. This individual will serve as a senior strategic and technical authority on Artificial Intelligence initiatives, working closely with our Head of Data & AI to architect and deliver complex, mission-critical AI solutions for enterprise clients.
Required Qualifications:
- EducationPh.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related technical field or equivalent deep research and practical expertise.
- Microsoft Recognition (Strongly Preferred)
- Current or multiple prior Microsoft AI MVP award (Artificial Intelligence category preferred; Data Platform or Developer Technologies MVPs with heavy AI focus are acceptable).
- Microsoft Regional Director status is highly desirable.
- Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) is a plus.
- Technical Expertise
- Deep mastery of AI/ML, NLP, Generative AI, Agentic AI, and Responsible AI.
- Extensive hands-on experience with Azure AI services including Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, Azure AI Foundry, Copilot Studio, Semantic Kernel, and related Microsoft AI platform capabilities.
- Strong background in data science and building/deploying custom enterprise AI solutions at scale.
- Community Leadership & Thought Leadership
- Significant contributions to the AI community, such as:
- Speaking at major conferences (Microsoft Ignite, Microsoft Build, or equivalent).
- Authoring books, courses, blogs, or technical content on AI topics.
- Open-source contributions (GitHub repositories focused on Azure AI/ML).
- Organizing events, hackathons, or mentoring programs.
- Contributing to Microsoft certification content (e.g., AI-102, AI-900, DP-600).
- Delivery & Leadership Experience
- Proven track record architecting and delivering mission-critical enterprise AI implementations.
- Experience leading AI teams or driving large-scale AI transformations and consulting engagements.
- Demonstrated ability to move from strategy and discovery through architecture, development, and production deployment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as a Principal AI Architect, AI Practice Lead, Technical Fellow, or senior consultant at a respected firm.
- Involvement in the creation or review of Azure AI-related certification content.
- Demonstrated success in both technical architecture and client-facing advisory roles.