PRINCIPAL AI-NATIVE ARCHITECT // CHICAGO, IL OR DALLAS, TX//''''AV"

Hi,

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Looking for a definitive Principal-level AI Architectural Leader to bridge the gap between human intent and machine execution in a high-stakes, regulated financial environment.

The Client is not just adopting AI tools, the company rebuilding our Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) to be AI-native from the ground up.

In this role, you won’t just write a policy; you will deliver a working development framework with AI in its core. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10 years in Software Engineering and Architecture, specifically building frameworks other developers depend on.
• The AI Practitioner: You don’t just watch demos; you use Claude Code, Cursor, or GitHub Copilot daily in real, complex codebases.
• The candidate must have a clear understanding why AI in a "brownfield" legacy environment is a completely different challenge than a greenfield startup.
• Excellent knowledge of Context Engineering Templates.
• Experience in financial services, particularly regulated environments (SIFMU, bank, exchange, clearinghouse) is strongly preferred.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and quality gate enforcement.
• Background in Organizational Change Management — understanding that SDLC transformation is a culture change, not a standards document.
• Staying current with rapidly evolving AI development practices — demonstrated through conference participation, publication, or community engagement.

Regards,