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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Solution Architect IV - AI & Automation 4P/789 - **Company:** 4P Consulting Inc. - **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Data Logging, Google Cloud, Large Language Models, Model Validation, Kubernetes, Enterprise Integration, Virtual Agents, Api Management, Microservices - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8585053540b030d0 ## About the Role · 10+ years of experience in solution architecture, software engineering, or enterprise architecture. · Experience leading enterprise AI, machine learning, automation, or agentic AI initiatives from design through deployment. · Strong expertise in LLMs, AI agent frameworks, RAG, vector databases, APIs, cloud platforms, and enterprise integration. · Hands-on experience designing and building scalable, production-grade applications. · Experience leading technical teams and conducting architecture reviews. · Strong understanding of responsible AI, cybersecurity, compliance, observability, and operational-support models. · Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications · Experience with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform. · Familiarity with containers, Kubernetes, microservices, CI/CD, and API management. · Experience with AI governance, model evaluation, monitoring, logging, and performance optimization. · Utility, energy, or regulated-industry experience is preferred. ## Description Southern Company Services is seeking an experienced Solution Architect IV to lead the design, development, and production deployment of enterprise AI, machine learning, automation, and agentic AI solutions. This role combines architecture leadership with hands-on engineering. The ideal candidate will define technical standards, build production-grade solutions, guide engineering teams, and ensure systems meet enterprise requirements for security, scalability, compliance, responsible AI, observability, and operational support. 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