Associate Director - Data and AI Architecture & Platforms

For our client, we are seeking a Associate Director - Data and AI Architecture & Platforms to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space.

This role will shape enterprise data, ML, and agentic architecture strategies that support complex business domains in a highly regulated environment. The Associate Director will help define how emerging technologies are integrated into scalable platforms, with a focus on operational value, governance, and long-term resilience. This leader will partner closely with cross-functional teams to establish architecture standards and strengthen the reliability of the company’s data and automation ecosystem. The position will also influence monitoring, disaster recovery, and broader platform operating practices across the organization.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $157,200 – $298,800 annually

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data, ML, and agentic architectures for multiple business domains
• Integrate emerging technologies to improve platform capabilities and efficiency
• Establish best practices for data and agentic systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate technology into operational value
• Enhance the platform operating model, including monitoring and disaster recovery procedures
• Align platform capabilities with internal and external governance requirements

Qualifications

• University degree in STEM, Computer Science, or Engineering with 12 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 10 years of experience
• 10+ years in architecture, systems engineering, or related fields, with a focus on data and automation architecture
• Experience with knowledge graphs, semantic layers, and large-scale data integration technologies
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code, GitOps, Kubernetes, and CI/CD methodologies
• Proficiency in cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS) and Python for automation

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards package including healthcare and retirement benefits
• Flexible work schedules and remote work options
• Educational assistance and career development programs
• Parental leave, including paternal leave, and backup care for children and adults
• Recognition programs for employee achievements

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.