Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Lead Data and AI Architect to join our Digital Engineering Solutions team. This individual will be part of the Data Technology group within the Digital Engineering Solutions team, helping to drive strategic Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) initiatives using cutting-edge data technologies and analytics to deliver actionable business insights and robust solutions for AEC professionals and client outcomes. The Data Technology group will lead the firm in AEC-focused Business Intelligence and data services by providing architectural guidance, technological vision, and solution development. The Data Technology group will specifically utilize advanced analytics, data science, and AI/ML to give our business and our products a competitive advantage. It includes understanding and managing the data, how it interconnects, and architecting & engineering data for self-serve BI and BA opportunities. This position is for a person who has demonstrated excellence in data architecture capabilities, experienced with data technology and processes, and enjoys framing a problem, shaping and creating solutions, and helping to lead and champion implementation. As a member of the Digital Engineering Solutions team, the Data Technology group will also engage in research and development and provide guidance and oversight to the AEC practices at CDM Smith, engaging in new product research, testing, and the incubation of data technology-related ideas that arise from around the company. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record designing and implementing successful data and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) solutions, is a strategic thinker with a strong technical background, has exceptional communication, problem-solving skills, with a mindset of continuous learning and curiosity leading to tangible results. Develop and design the architecture for various data and AI solutions, ensuring each solution is scalable, secure, and reliable. Engage with our business units to understand their requirements and translate them into technical requirements and designs. Create data and AI architectural solutions to complex architecture, engineering, and environmental science problems. Design and implement strategies to scale data and AI solutions across different business units. Create detailed architecture and technical design docs for our data and AI solutions. Assist with initiatives and efforts, as part of a collaborative team, with your data scientists, data engineers, data analysts, and stakeholders. Stay abreast of the latest developments and advancements, including new and emerging technologies & best practices and new tools & software applications and how they could impact CDM Smith. Assist with the development of documentation, standards, best practices, and workflows for data technology hardware/software in use across the business. Assist with internal and external website descriptions as needed. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Advanced understanding and experience with all functions of the data management lifecycle including data governance, data architecture, data integration, metadata management, data development, data quality management, data administration, security & operations, data stewardship and master data management. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services and Databricks. Understands the principles of the Azure well-architected framework and can apply those principles to our Data and AI solution. Expert knowledge and proven ability to develop highly complex data and AI architectures. Inquisitive, with a desire to ask questions and get a deeper understanding of business and data challenges. Ability to listen, build rapport, and credibility as a strategic and diplomatic partner with our business units. Detail oriented with the ability to assist with executing highly complex or specialized projects. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc., Drug testing may be required for designated positions. H-1B or TN Visas for this position. Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate. Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! ( Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide Amount of Travel Required: 0% Fulltime-Regular #

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