AI & Data Platform Architect

AI & Data Platform Architect – GEI Consultants, Inc. Join GEI Consultants to engineer and evolve enterprise data & analytics foundations that empower scaled, secure, and responsible digital, analytics, and AI capabilities across our firm. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and evolution of GEI’s data, analytics, and AI platform architecture, focusing on foundational data science and MLOps readiness. Define and govern enterprise standards for data pipelines, feature engineering, model lifecycle management, and MLOps frameworks. Establish architectural patterns that ensure AI solutions are production‑ready, secure, auditable, and scalable. Partner with regional digital teams and AI Solutions Lead to align platform standards with regional needs and ensure consistent adoption. Guide engineering teams on transition of AI solutions into GEI delivery environments. Assert alignment with enterprise IT, security, data governance, and compliance requirements. Identify architectural risks and technical debt early; devise mitigation strategies. Strategically advise on platform capabilities, data readiness, and sequencing of GEI digital & AI initiatives. Mentor data and platform engineers, set delivery standards, guide team topology & workflows, and support future people‑management responsibilities. Act as senior technical advisor to leadership on data and AI sequencing decisions. Minimum Qualifications 7+ years experience in data engineering, data science enablement, MLOps, or solution architecture, with progression into enterprise‑level architectural leadership. Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure data & analytics services (Data Factory, Synapse/Fabric, SQL) and integration with Azure OpenAI, Copilot, and enterprise AI services. Strong knowledge of data architecture, modeling, and analytics platform design for enterprise‑scale environments. Experience with MLOps practices: feature engineering, model deployment, monitoring, lifecycle management, and CI/CD for AI workloads. Familiarity with modern data & AI platforms such as Databricks, Azure Machine Learning, or similar. Knowledge of data governance, security, identity, and privacy in cloud‑based platforms. Collaboration with cross‑functional stakeholders to guide architecture and platform decisions. Experience leading or scaling technical teams, mentoring practitioners, and establishing delivery standards. Preferred: supporting and enabling digital and analytics initiatives within professional services or AEC environments. GEI’s Total Rewards Package Market‑Competitive Compensation & eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus. Pay Range: CA$130,000 – CA$170,000 per year. Comprehensive Benefits Program: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & more. Well‑Being Program & Paid Parental Leave. Commuter Benefits. Hybrid Work Schedules & Cell Phone Stipends. GEI University with Continuing Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement. Professional Development Program: Connecting Conversation Program & Advancement Opportunities. Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Dues, and Licenses. Paid Holidays & Generous Time Off Program. Recognition & Rewards. GEI‑Funded Profit Sharing & 401(k). Potential to become an Owner & Shareholder. Vibrant Culture focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Community, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. About GEI GEI is a client‑centered, curious, collaborative, and community‑minded employee‑owned firm dedicated to solving complex challenges in climate, infrastructure, and energy. With offices across North America, we offer engineering, science, and consulting services that help transform people, places, and businesses. GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr