AI Architect

Job Title: AI Architect (Consultant)

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned AI Architect to lead the adoption of artificial intelligence across our organization. This role involves more than just building models; it requires designing, governing, and operationalizing AI systems on a large scale. The ideal candidate will collaborate with leadership to drive execution and ensure secure, scalable implementation of AI and agent-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end AI architecture across Azure, including OpenAI, machine learning, data, and security.
• Define and implement AI/agent strategies involving RAG, APIs, MCP, and orchestration frameworks.
• Drive internal AI enablement through tools, workflows, training, and best practices.
• Partner with executives and stakeholders to prioritize and execute AI initiatives.
• Design and oversee LLM integration, focusing on model selection, performance tuning, and cost optimization.
• Establish governance, security, and guardrails to prevent misuse or risk associated with AI technologies.
• Build scalable systems for continuous improvement and integration of AI capabilities.
• Guide teams on prompting, evaluating, and optimizing outputs iteratively.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as an AI Architect or Enterprise Architect, not just as a developer.
• Strong expertise in the Azure ecosystem, including Azure OpenAI, data platforms, and security.
• In-depth understanding of RAG, API-based, and agent-based architectures.
• Knowledge of LLM capabilities, tradeoffs, and model selection.
• Experience in system design for scalable AI deployment.
• Proven ability to implement secure, production-grade AI systems.
• Capability to lead cross-functional teams and influence leadership.
• Experience in building AI strategies and execution roadmaps, beyond just coding solutions.

Work Environment

This position operates within a corporate headquarters of a global company that specializes in product development and manufacturing. The environment is dynamic and requires collaboration across various departments to achieve the integration of advanced AI technologies.

This is a Contract position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

The pay range for this position is $90.00 - $150.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $90 - $150