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# Senior Solutions Architect AI/ML

- **Company:** TELUS
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000 - $160,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Data Architecture, Data Systems, Machine Learning, Google Cloud, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Large Language Models, Generative AI, Agentic-AI, Information Technology, Machine Learning Operations, Data Pipelines
- **Published:** November 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5098a9e58c435bd7

## About the Role

The ideal candidate is a seasoned architect with deep expertise in Applied ML, a history of advising sophisticated technical customers, and a passion for solving the most complex data challenges in AI., * Master's or PhD in Computer Science, AI/ML, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

 * 8+ years of experience in a senior, customer-facing technical role such as Solutions Architecture, Technical Consulting, or Field Engineering.
 * 2+ years of hands-on experience architecting and building solutions in the AI/ML space, including a deep understanding of the modern ML lifecycle.
 * Proven experience with Generative AI, including a deep, practical understanding of foundation models, RAG, fine-tuning, and agentic architectures.
 * Experience architecting solutions for major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
 * Demonstrated ability to influence and build relationships with senior technical stakeholders (Principal Engineers, Research Scientists, VPs of Engineering).
 * A track record of leading complex technical projects (e.g., enterprise POCs, security reviews, and architectural assessments) from discovery to implementation.
 * Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distil complex technical concepts for audiences ranging from researchers to executives.
 * Own problems end-to-end and are willing to pick up whatever knowledge you're missing to get the job done.
 * Experience working in a high-growth AI startup or a hyperscalers AI division is a significant plus.

## Description

* Shape the Future of AI: Act as a strategic partner to AGI/ASI research teams, designing the foundational data solutions that will power breakthrough models.
 * Drive Technical Strategy: Establish the architectural best practices and reference patterns for our most advanced customer segment, influencing both customer roadmaps and our own product direction.
 * Be a Trusted Advisor: Build enduring, C-level and Principal Engineer-level relationships within top AI labs, becoming their go-to expert for complex data architecture challenges.
 * Mentor and Lead: Elevate the technical acumen of the entire solutions team by mentoring colleagues and defining the gold standard for supporting high-stakes AI development., * Lead deep architectural design sessions with AGI/ASI research and engineering teams to co-create data solutions that solve critical bottlenecks in the model development lifecycle.
 * Architect and prototype bespoke, scalable data pipelines that meet the unprecedented scale, quality, and security requirements of foundation model training.
 * Deliver compelling, technically-grounded presentations and whiteboarding sessions that articulate how our solutions fundamentally improve research velocity and model performance.
 * Lead the execution of targeted proof-of-concept (POC) engagements, establishing data-driven success criteria that directly map to our customers' research objectives.
 * Develop reference architectures, technical documents and best practice guides that establish our company as a thought leader in the AI data ecosystem.
 * Serve as the primary technical liaison between our customers and our internal Product/Engineering teams, translating novel research needs into concrete product requirements., To be successful, all applicants must demonstrate behaviors that are reflective of our values:
 * We passionately put our customers and communities first
 * We embrace changes and innovate courageously
 * We grow together through spirited teamwork

At TELUS, we are committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability.