Role location: Based in Australia across various states
Job purpose
The Senior Architect – AI & Automation is a client-facing role responsible for shaping, designing, and delivering AI and automation solutions that drive measurable business outcomes for clients. This role partners closely with clients to understand their strategic priorities, identify opportunities, and architect scalable, innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, insight, and competitive advantage.
Key roles and responsibilities
Client Advisory & Strategy
* Act as a trusted advisor to clients on Architecture, AI and automation strategy, use cases, and roadmap development.
* Engage with senior client stakeholders to understand business challenges and translate them into technology-enabled solutions.
* Identify and shape opportunities to embed AI and automation into client operating models.
* Provide thought leadership on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
* Advisory, Solution Architecture, Consulting Delivery and/or Program and Project Management across key Programs and Projects. (85% Utilisation)
* Understand AVEC Engagement module, methodologies and Delivery enablers.
* Lead the design of end-to-end AI and automation solutions in conjunction with practice leaders, tailored to client needs.
* Develop scalable, secure, and commercially viable architectures across AI, machine learning, and intelligent automation.
* Ensure alignment with client enterprise architecture, data environments, and technology ecosystems.
* Define reusable patterns, frameworks, and accelerators to support consistent delivery.
Delivery & Implementation Oversight
* Provide architectural leadership across the full lifecycle of client engagements—from discovery through to deployment.
* Partner with delivery teams to ensure solutions are implemented in line with design, quality, and client expectations.
* Support estimation, planning, and solution scoping during pre-sales and delivery phases.
* Troubleshoot complex technical challenges and guide teams to resolution.
* Support business development activities, including proposals, RFP responses, and client presentations.
* Shape solution narratives that clearly articulate business value, ROI, and outcomes.
* Contribute to building a strong pipeline of AI and automation opportunities.
* Partner with sales and account teams to position differentiated offerings.
Data, AI & Automation Enablement
* Ensure robust data strategies underpin all AI solutions, including data quality, governance, and integration.
* Guide the development and deployment of machine learning models and automation workflows.
* Promote responsible, ethical, and compliant use of AI technologies across client solutions.
Stakeholder Engagement
* Build strong, trusted relationships with client stakeholders at all levels.
* Communicate complex technical concepts in a clear, compelling, and business-focused way.
* Influence decision-making and drive alignment across client and delivery teams.
* Ensure a constructive working environment with which the team can grow and excel.
Capability & Practice Development
* Contribute to the growth of AI and automation capability within the organisation.
* Mentor team members and share knowledge across projects.
* Support the development of reusable assets, methodologies, and best practices.
Key Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
Technical Expertise
* Strong experience in AI/ML, automation (RPA), and intelligent automation solutions.
* Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP) and AI services.
* Solid understanding of data architecture, APIs, and system integration.
* Hands‐on experience with tools such as Python, Power Platform, UiPath, or similar.
* Proven experience in a Senior Architect, Solution Architect, or Consulting role.
* Experience designing and delivering enterprise‐scale solutions for clients.
* Strong understanding of architecture frameworks and delivery methodologies.
Commercial & Client Engagement
* Demonstrated experience in client‐facing roles with strong stakeholder management.
* Experience supporting pre‐sales, proposals, and commercial engagements.
* Ability to articulate value and translate technical solutions into business outcomes.
Key Behaviours
* Client‐centric and commercially astute
* Strategic thinker with strong problem‐solving capability
* Influential communicator and trusted advisor
* Innovative, adaptable, and outcome‐focused
* Collaborative and delivery‐oriented
* Excellent relationship management skills to build, maintain and foster strong relationships with customers, partners, and internal teams.
* Can independently lead module streams workshops, design and configuration.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.
* Effective time management skills to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Work Health and Safety
* Follow safe work practices and perform all duties in a manner that ensures personal health and safety and the safety of other employees, visitors and guests in the workplace.
* Comply with Talent International's work, health and safety management system, policies and procedures.
Additional Information
* 'AVEC Anywhere' - work from anywhere in the world for 2 weeks/year!
* 'AVEC Time Out' – 6x extra leave days a year for resting, learning and growing
* Award‐winning workplace culture
* Industry leading parental leave policy
* Extremely attractive and competitive bonus scheme
* Annual 'TALENTFEST' conferences
* Equity program (everyone gets a piece of the pie!)
* Global mobility
* Opportunities for development and career progression
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