IT Architecture Lead Architect - AI

Responsibilities

• The IT Architecture Lead Architect - AI is a full-time role located in Southfield, MI reporting to the IT Architecture & Integration Manager . Paid relocation is not available.
• Serves as design authority for AI architecture within Corporate Applications
• AI Model Development: Design, build, and optimize machine learning and deep learning models using frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Keras.
• Data Engineering & Integration: Develop robust data pipelines and ensure data readiness across business applications (e.g., CRM, ERP, POS) for AI use cases.
• Deployment & Scalability: Lead the deployment of AI models into production environments, ensuring performance, scalability, and compliance with enterprise standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product managers, business analysts, and DevOps teams to translate business needs into technical solutions and integrate AI into core business functions
• Oversee and document all aspects of the specific projects that are assigned
• Additional responsibilities as identified. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive list of required activities, duties or responsibilities.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, data engineering, data science, or machine learning roles
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience building, training, and deploying machine learning or AI models in a production environment
• 3+ years of experience working with large‑scale data systems (e.g., data lakes, data warehouses, distributed processing frameworks such as Spark)
• 3+ years of experience with Python and at least one ML/AI framework (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit‑learn, Hugging Face)
• 2+ years of experience deploying AI/ML solutions to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP), including CI/CD and MLOps practices
• Demonstrated experience translating business requirements into AI‑driven solutions with measurable outcomes
• Strong capability to influence and partner across functions, driving alignment and outcomes without relying on formal authority with demonstrated commitment to collaboration, inclusion, and professionalism, fostering productive working relationships
• Experience leading complex initiatives and improving processes, tools, or operating models at a functional level
• Sound judgment in identifying, anticipating, and mitigating risk within scope of responsibility
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to senior stakeholders
• Highly organized with excellent organizational skills with experience operating in time-sensitive, ambiguous environments, balancing competing priorities with sound judgment and discretion.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration, inclusion, and professionalism, fostering productive working relationships
• Core working hours are generally 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday; willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours, and as unique projects/needs ari

Benefits

Additional Information

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone. LOCATION : Southfield, MI (Hybrid)

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