AI Solution Architect

About us

Velvetech is an American global software development company headquartered in Miami, FL, and with an office in Chicago, IL. Velvetech has its developers strategically distributed in 10+ global technical job markets to deliver the best in class software engineering and exceptional client services.

We have 20+ years of experience in software and hardware development for clients all around the world, especially for US clients. As an official Microsoft Gold Partner, our company is listed in the top 5 software development companies in Illinois, USA.

US clients are leading trading and financial organizations, insurance companies, large healthcare associations, pharmaceutical and energy companies, equipment manufacturers, hi-tech startups, etc.

Areas of expertise are consulting, development, implementation, and support of software solutions. We implement modern backend solutions that support microservices architecture with the following technologies: NET Core, Node.js, Java, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, RabbitMQ. For the web UI front-end development, we opt for React, or Angular, and for mobile development - Swift, Kotlin, Java. Most of the systems are designed for cloud infrastructures like AWS, Azure, GCP, and heavily rely on Docker, Kubernetes while modern CI/CD is made using GitLab CI or TeamCity. In September 2021, Velvetech LLC received the status of the official Training Provider of the International Institute of Business Analysis. This status gives us the right to conduct regular quality trainings for Business Analysts and anyone performing BA activities regardless their job title.

Principles are based on Agile Methodology, Scrum and Kanban. Various projects coded in GitLab or GitHub are built with multiple coordinated teams, collaborating via Jira, Confluence, MS Teams, and Slack. Velvetech constantly follows the Tech trends and actively cooperates with startups in such breakthrough areas as Machine Learning, the Internet of Things, Blockchain, FPGA, and AI.

About the Role

Velvetech is expanding its AI capabilities and looking for an AI Solution Architect to design and lead enterprise-grade AI and data-driven solutions.

In this role, you will be responsible for shaping AI system architecture for client projects - from discovery and technical design to implementation oversight. You will work closely with engineering teams, data specialists, and client stakeholders to ensure AI solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with business goals.

This is a hands-on leadership role combining architecture design and technical guidance.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end AI architectures (GenAI, ML, RAG-based systems, automation workflows).
• Define integration approaches with client systems (APIs, microservices, data platforms).
• Establish best practices for AI solution design, security, reliability, and scalability.
• Lead technical discovery and feasibility assessments.
• Guide engineering teams during implementation.
• Select appropriate AI/ML models and infrastructure based on business needs and cost efficiency.
• Define MLOps and monitoring strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business problems into technical solutions.
• Support pre-sales activities with technical input and solution design when needed.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in software engineering or system architecture.
• Proven experience designing production systems using cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Practical experience with AI/ML or Generative AI implementations.
• Strong understanding of APIs, distributed systems, microservices, and data pipelines.
• Experience with RAG patterns, vector databases, or AI orchestration frameworks is a plus.
• Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, and observability practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with client stakeholders.
• English proficiency sufficient for direct client communication.

Nice to Have

• Experience in enterprise solution delivery within consulting or outsourcing environments.
• Familiarity with MLOps and AI governance practices.

What we offer

• Groundbreaking AI project work
• Competitive salary
• Career growth opportunities in a fast-paced tech-driven company
• Result oriented culture, collaborative and highly innovative work environment

You have a chance to become a part of a friendly and professional team that creates robust software solutions to deliver maximum value to our international clients. Start your journey today!