AI Architect

Req ID

386628

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 Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

Role Summary

As an AI Architect at Lead Advisor level, you will lead large-scale AI programs spanning multiple client engagements, shape the AI vision and roadmap for the client organizations you serve and for our AI practice, and set the architectural standards that other architects apply. You will be the senior technical authority on the programs you lead and a trusted advisor to client executive leadership.

The role spans the AI lifecycle — from discovery and solution design through proof of concept, production implementation, and operational improvement. The scope includes machine learning, predictive analytics, natural language processing, computer vision, intelligent automation, and Generative AI.

This is a hands-on architecture role. Expect roughly half your time on architecture, client technical leadership, design governance, and mentoring, and roughly half hands-on — reference implementations, prototypes, technical spikes, integration work, and solution and code reviews. Engagement models vary, and some client contexts require sustained hands-on delivery alongside the engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale AI initiatives and programs spanning multiple client engagements, from conception through production and continuous improvement.
• Shape the AI vision and multi-year roadmap for the client organizations you serve, and develop long-term strategic plans for their AI initiatives.
• Set and govern architectural standards, patterns, and technical direction across the engagements in your portfolio.
• Serve as the senior technical escalation point for compl