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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data and AI Solution Architect - **Company:** AON Corporation - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Business Software, Cloud Storage, Data Architecture, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, DevOps, Key Management, SQL Azure, Windows PowerShell, Azure Machine Learning, Snowflake, Test Scripts, Information Technology, Cosmos DB, Machine Learning Operations, Terraform, Azure Synapse Analytics, Databricks - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18285419?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18285419%2FData-Ai-Solution-Architect-Illinois-Chicago ## About the Role Skills and experience that will lead to success * 8+ years of experience in a data intensive position. * 3+ years of building solutions in a DevOps first culture. * Demonstrated Experience delivering Gen AI capabilities in production. * BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or related field or equivalent industry experience. * Strong working knowledge with cloud storage and compute technologies such as Azure SQL Managed Instance, Cosmos DB, Azure SQL, Azure Synapse, Databricks, Snowflake, Fabric, Data Factory, Azure AI Services, Open AI, or related technologies. * Strong working knowledge with the DevOps skillset including PowerShell, Terraform, Azure DevOps, Containers, Azure Key Vault, Entra, Private Endpoints, or other related technologies. * Strong understanding of relational database architecture concepts. * Proficiency working with Windows platforms with concrete knowledge of system administration/internals. * Proven analysis and problem-solving skills. * A successful track record of delivering complex business projects on time. * Strong communication skills (verbal and written). * Knowledge of reinsurance a plus. * Knowledge of Gen AI, AI/ML Ops, and mlflow is a plus. ## Description As a Data and AI Solution Architect, youpossess a well-rounded understanding of Azure Cloud Storage, Compute technologies, and AI capabilities managed in a DevOps first culture. You are recognized as an exemplary communicator, possess strong interpersonal skills combined with ademonstrated "hands on" approach, as well as mentoring experience. Your day to day would include the following: * Influence leaders in development, client operations, and IT infrastructure areas to plan and prioritize work and ensure delivery of business application support. * Partner with project and product teams to embrace emerging technologies. * Developing and researching technologies such as Databricks, Fabric, Snowflake, Azure SQL, Data Factory, Azure Key Vault, Entra, Private Endpoints, Azure AI Services, Open AI, Terraform, Azure DevOps, and other related technologies. * Help define data-centric solutions to meet business requirements. * Collaborate with development teams on direction and apply depth of knowledge to design strategies, make recommendations for implementation of new systems and technologies, and facilitate the design and implementation of data architecture. * Perform testing - including defining criteria, creating test scripts and scenarios, debugging, and documenting results. * Provide ongoing support for applications - including monitoring and processing, handling customer questions and queries, investigating and solving system problems, and providing on-call support services. * Help create and maintain all required documentation per established processes and methodologies. * Perform other duties, project work, etc. as needed. ## Related Videos - [Inside the AI Revolution: How Microsoft is Empowering the World to Achieve More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/869-inside-the-ai-revolution-how-microsoft-is-empowering-the-world-to-achieve-more) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [Infrastructure as Code: The Developer's Secret Weapon](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1221-infrastructure-as-code-the-developer-s-secret-weapon) - [Shifting Stress to Progress— Understanding DevOps to do DevOps Better](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/268-shifting-stress-to-progress-understanding-devops-to-do-devops-better) - [Beyond GPT: Building Unified GenAI Platforms for the Enterprise of Tomorrow](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1525-beyond-gpt-building-unified-genai-platforms-for-the-enterprise-of-tomorrow) - [Implementing an Event Sourcing strategy on Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/688-implementing-an-event-sourcing-strategy-on-azure) ## Related Articles - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Stephan Gillich - Bringing AI Everywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/489-stephan-gillich-bringing-ai-everywhere) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Graph and AI Trends 2026: Why Is AI Running but Not Yet Delivering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/680-graph-and-ai-trends-2026-why-is-ai-running-but-not-yet-delivering)