AI Architect

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As an AI Architect, you will define the reference architectures, architectural standards, and decision frameworks that solution architects use when building AI-enabled systems across the enterprise. These architectures support multiple back-office domains such as HR, Finance, IT, and other core business functions.

This role sits within the Operational AI organization, which focuses on enabling production-grade AI systems embedded into enterprise business processes. The AI Architect ensures AI solutions are designed consistently, securely, and at scale through rigorous technical guidance and the enforcement of enterprise architectural guardrails.

This position will offer flexibility for hybrid work schedules to include both in-office presence and telecommute/virtual work, to be based from either Houston or Dallas, TX.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own reference architectures used by solution architects across multiple enterprise domains
• Establish architectural standards and guardrails that guide AI system design and cross-domain consistency
• Serve as the primary authority for AI system patterns (e.g., RAG, Agentic Orchestration), ensuring all implementations align with approved enterprise-level toolsets defined by the Lead AI Architect.
• Enable solution architects and delivery teams through clear frameworks, reusable design patterns, and architectural guidance
• Partner with Enterprise Architecture, platform, data, security, and AI leadership teams to ensure AI systems integrate seamlessly with existing corporate infrastructure.
• Communicate architectural direction, constraints, and trade-offs to senior and executive stakeholders
• Evolve reference architectures based on scale, governance requirements, and adoption feedback

Minimum Qualifications

• BA/BS and a minimum of 12 years of engineering experience, including 4 yrs of tech leadership experience or demonstrated equivalent experience and education
• Demonstrated experience defining and owning reference architectures adopted by multiple teams
• Strong understanding of cloud-native system design, APIs, and security fundamentals
• Experience designing production-grade AI-enabled systems (e.g., GenAI, orchestration, automation)
• Proven ability to influence architectural decisions and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating at enterprise scale across multiple business domains
• Background in architectural governance, standards definition, or domain architecture
• Familiarity with AI governance and responsible AI considerations
• Experience working across multiple cloud or automation platforms
• Master’s degree preferred

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position
• Sponsorship for US work authorization is not available for this position, now or in the future.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.