AI Solutions Architect
Responsibilities
- Partner to Identify and Unlock Value
- Translate complex business workflows into AI-driven solutions with clear, measurable ROI
- Design and Build AI Solutions
- Build and deploy scalable, production-grade automation pipelines integrated with enterprise systems and data platforms
- Select and integrate the right tools, frameworks, and infrastructure to support long-term scalability
- Own Delivery from Concept to Impact
- Rapidly prototype, test, and iterate on solutions
- Productionize with robust, scalable architecture and cloud-based infrastructure
- Drive adoption and ensure solutions deliver measurable outcomes (efficiency, speed, quality)
- Establish the AI Foundation for Scale
- Define and implement AI architecture standards, best practices, and governance frameworks
- Build scalable data and platform foundations to support AI/ML workloads
- Ensure responsible AI practices, data quality, and compliance are embedded from the start
- Lead, Influence, and Elevate the Organization
- Serve as the technical lead across cross-functional initiatives, translating business needs into actionable AI solutions
- Present architectural strategies and progress to executive leadership
- Mentor team members and elevate AI literacy across the organization
Qualifications
- 8-10 years of experience in data and/or systems engineering, preferably 3-5 years of experience with machine learning, or AI-driven data platforms
- Related bachelor’s degree (Computer Science, Mathematics, etc.)
- Proficiency in modern AI/ML frameworks and tools (specifically, Glean, Claude, Co-pilot Enterprise, etc.)
- Strong system design and architecture capabilities
- Strong understanding of NLP (natural language processing), conversational AI, and their applications
- Proven track record of building and deploying AI systems into production (not just advising or prototyping)
- Ability to operate as both a hands-on builder and a strategic technical partner to business leaders
- Strong bias for action – moves quickly from idea to execution and prioritize impact over perfection
- Analytical mindset with comfort guiding stakeholders through ambiguity
- Wealth of executive-level verbal/written communication skills
- Strong communication skills to bridge technical and business stakeholders
Benefits
Salary Range for California Residents Only: $170,360.00 to $230,000.00
Salary Range for Illinois Residents Only: $129,620.00 to $175,000.00
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.
In addition to your salary, Blackhawk Network offers benefits including 401k with employer match, medical, dental, vision, 12 paid holidays in the year 2026, 1 hour of sick pay accrual for every 30 hours worked, parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, and flexible time off for all full-time employees.
EEO Statement
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