AI Solution Architect (Sr Manager) at Huron Consulting Services

Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth ignite innovation and navigate constant change. Through a combination of strategy expertise and creativity we help clients accelerate operational digital and cultural transformation enabling the change they need to own their future.Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.We are looking for a technically strong and adaptable AI Solution Architect to join our growing AI this role you will contribute to the design and implementation of AI-powered solutions across a range of client-facing projects helping ensure that architectural decisions are sound scalable and tailored to the problem at hand.You will work closely with engineering teams and client stakeholders to design AI systems that leverage traditional machine learning generative AI and intelligent automation. This role requires both a solid technical foundation and the ability to flex across different platforms frameworks and business needs.If you enjoy applying architecture principles to complex AI problems working across multiple technologies and collaborating with delivery teams to bring ideas into reality this is a strong fit.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the architecture and design of AI solutions across multiple projects ensuring technical feasibility and alignment with client goalsContribute to the development of shared architectural patterns reusable components and design practices to support both experimental and production-ready AI initiativesEvaluate client needs system constraints and platform environments to recommend scalable and secure AI designs across cloud on-prem or hybrid setupsDrive architectural decisions related to data pipelines model orchestration API development observability and integration with enterprise systemsApply knowledge of traditional machine learning and generative AI technologies (e.g. LLMs embeddings RAG AI agents) to support diverse solution needsUnderstand and work with orchestration layers and protocols (e.g. tool use function calling and emerging standards like MCP) that support multi-step reasoning and agentic workflowsServe as a technical resource to project teams by reviewing technical designs contributing to code and system architecture and mentoring junior engineersCollaborate with delivery leads and client stakeholders to refine solution designs as project requirements evolveParticipate in technology evaluation and internal discussions to help shape best practices and strengthen architectural consistency across teamsPreferred Qualifications8 years of experience in software engineering or AI/ML development including 2 years in solution design or architecture rolesExperience designing AI-powered solutions using machine learning data pipelines or generative AI APIsFamiliarity with enterprise architecture principles and working within production-oriented environmentsHands-on experience with Python AI/ML frameworks and API developmentExposure to GenAI frameworks and agent orchestration toolsUnderstanding of cloud platforms (Azure AWS) and containerized environmentsComfort working in agile project-based environments and collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholdersStrong written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate between technical requirements and business goalsCertifications in Azure Google Cloud Platform or Amazon Web Services are highly desirable.Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or related field; advanced degrees or certifications are a plusFlexible living locations across US OR Canada ability to travel as needed.The estimated base salary for this job is $160000 - $185000 USD. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors including but not limited to specific skills or certifications years of experience market changes and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Hurons annual incentive compensation program which reflects Hurons pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity the total estimated compensation range for this job is $184000 - $231250 USD. The job is also eligible to participate in Hurons benefit plans which include medical dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.Position LevelSenior ManagerCountryUnited States of AmericaRequired Experience:Manager Key Skills Business Process,VMware,Cloud,HTML5,Windows,Project managements,AWS,Infrastructure,Web Services,JQuery,Java,Computer Engineering,Solutions design,Technical Solutions,Analytics Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 184000 - 231250