Senior AI Solution Architect

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Information Technology (IT)

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. These individuals combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions.

At the intersection of technology and creativity, this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape next-generation business applications that are transforming the way PwC creates value for clients and colleagues. Working within a dynamic environment where AI drives productivity and innovation, you’ll contribute to pioneering solutions and help redefine how we design, build, and test cutting-edge technologies. As part of a high-performing team, you will be encouraged to champion bold ideas, advance transformative practices, and leverage the latest tools to elevate our work.

Reporting to the Director of Solutions Architecture, within our Products & Technology organization, the Senior AI Solution Architect will provide the opportunity to invest in new business models that leverage our knowledge and build AI solutions for the growing digital market. Each new solution focuses on data-driven platforms or other intellectual property-based solutions that leverage emerging technologies and new business models. Through the process of building new solutions, we foster a culture of innovation within PwC, extend brand relevance in the market, and generate new revenue.

Meaningful work you’ll be part of 

As a AI Solution Architect at the Senior Manager level, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Provide expert technical guidance on Gen AI tools, frameworks, and platforms 

• Design innovative applications and services that drive organizational transformation 

• Shape and deliver high-quality digital products to exceed client expectations 

• Actively support the definition, maintenance, and compliance management of Enterprise Architecture processes 

• Lead and supervise vendor developers to ensure successful project outcomes 

• Proactively assist Enterprise Architects in evaluating and implementing cutting-edge technology solutions 

• Engage in business development activities to identify new opportunities with clients 

• Conduct periodical code reviews to uphold best practices and quality standards 

• Continually improve internal development and design techniques, keeping documentation current 

• Grow personal skills and build your PwC brand in alignment with company and team strategy 

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve 

• Extensive hands-on experience implementing large-scale software solutions 

• Expertise in AI solutioning and strong knowledge of cutting-edge AI technologies, including LLM models (GPT-4, ChatGPT, Gemini, Llama, etc.) and Agent Orchestration Frameworks (Semantic Kernel, LangChain) 

• Proficiency with Azure AI Services, Azure Machine Learning, and a wide range of Azure cloud services 

• Azure certifications (Solutions Architect or Developer) and Microsoft Development Certifications preferred 

• Experience working in agile teams and delivering products using Agile methodologies 

• Deep understanding of cloud-ready architectures, leveraging infrastructure and platform services on Azure 

• Strong background in service-oriented, event-driven, and microservices architectures 

• Proven skills in DevOps practices, including CI/CD, automation, and virtualization 

• Hands-on experience with containerization tools such as Docker and/or Kubernetes 

• Proficient with software development and defect tracking platforms like Azure DevOps, Github, and JIRA 

• PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer 

This newly created role reflects our commitment to growth and delivering distinctive value for our clients and stakeholders.

The salary range for this position is $137,600 - $187,600. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for PwC locations in major city centres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements.  We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package.

Why You’ll Love PwC 

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc 

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity. 

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD), Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD), Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Android, API Management, Appian (Platform), Application Development, Application Frameworks, Application Lifecycle Management, Application Software, Business Process Improvement, Business Process Management (BPM), Business Requirements Analysis, C#.NET, C++ Programming Language, Client Management, Coaching and Feedback, Code Review, Coding Standards, Communication, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) {+ 54 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

We’re committed to providing accommodation throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started, so we know you have questions about how and why we use it. At certain points during our recruiting process, we rely on AI to improve your experience. This could be during resume review or curating personalized job recommendations, asking you clarifying questions via a chatbot or during our interview scheduling to improve your experience. Our use of AI helps ensure we combat bias by evaluating candidates equally and fairly, without seeing identity information, such as your name, or gender for example). AI also helps us better predict successful hires by reviewing all applicants for a role and the relationship between your skills, experience and likely success at PwC Canada. While AI supports parts of our recruitment process, final hiring decisions always involve human review. For more information about our use and protection of your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy (https://www.pwc.com/ca/en/privacy-policy.html).

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