Chief Ai Architect

Summary

Join 3Cloud as our Chief AI Architect and lead the charge in transforming Tax and Audit solutions using AI. You will develop strong client relationships, build AI-based solutions, collaborate with sales, and create scalable solutions tailored to the professional services industry. This role requires extensive knowledge of Microsoft Azure, OpenAI, and AI frameworks, as well as proven experience in building and deploying LLMs. You will also need strong communication and presentation skills and a proven track record in pre-sales and sales support. We offer a competitive salary, flexible work location, generous PTO, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you're passionate about AI and ready for a challenging role, apply today!

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Azure, OpenAI, and AI frameworks
• Proven experience building and deploying Large Language Models (LLMs) using tools like LangChain, Azure Databricks, and Azure Cognitive Services for NLP or vision projects
• Experience in developing ML Ops pipelines and integrating AI solutions in enterprise environments
• Proficiency in Azure DevOps for building pipelines and leveraging coding assistants like Replit or Cursor AI
• Experience with modern software development practices, including CI/CD and cloud application design
• Proven track record in pre-sales and sales support, particularly in pursuing and closing engagements in the professional services sector or equivalent understanding of accounting or financial principals
• Strong technical presentation and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex AI concepts into actionable client strategies
• Background in designing AI-driven solutions that enhance client operations and outcomes
• Willingness to travel as needed and comply with company travel policies
• Embrace intellectual curiosity and passion for understanding the “why”
• Cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset, proactively identifying and seizing opportunities for innovation and improvement
• Demonstrate an unwavering attention to detail, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, accurate solutions
• Foster a culture of continuous learning by providing and receiving constructive feedback and encouraging team growth
• Embrace and promote a high degree of transparency and trust in all interactions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
• Champion an approach by prioritizing context over control, empowering team members to take ownership and innovate freely within established guardrails

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture strong relationships with key client stakeholders in the Professional Services, Tax, and Audit space; serving as a trusted advisor throughout their AI and cloud transformation journey
• Engage with professional services clients, both onsite and remotely, providing technical expertise to ideate, envision, craft, and deliver AI-based solutions tailored to their needs
• Collaborate with our sales leader to drive strategies and close engagements related to AI solutions in Tax and Audit, ensuring alignment with client objectives
• Lead the creation of reference architectures, documentation, and scalable solutions tailored to the unique challenges in the professional services industry
• Build reusable enablement content and accelerators specific to Professional Services needs to enhance team effectiveness and execution
• Continuously improve your professional skills through training, mentorship, and staying current with industry advancements
• Work cross-departmentally to address complex integration challenges and deliver comprehensive solutions
• Contribute to the ideation and development of internal and external solutions that drive innovation in Tax and Audit services
• Drive the development of intellectual property and accelerators that enhance our services offerings
• Mentor and drive thought leadership towards other 3Cloud employees and client peers

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferrable understanding of the Tax and Audit space and its unique technological challenges
• Microsoft Azure certifications, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or relevant AI certifications, are highly desirable

Benefits

• Flexible work location with a virtual first approach to work!
• 401(K) with match up to 50% of your 6% contributions of eligible pay
• Generous PTO providing a minimum of 15 days in addition to 9 paid company holidays and 2 floating personal days
• Two medical plan options to allow you the choice to elect what works best for you!
• Option for vision and dental coverage
• 100% employer paid coverage for life and disability insurance
• Paid leave for birth parents and non-birth parents
• Option for Healthcare FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care FSA
• $67.00 monthly tech and home office allowance
• Utilization and/or discretionary bonus eligibility based on role
• Employee Assistance Program to help with everyday challenges
• 3Cloud offers competitive compensation. In addition to base pay employees are eligible to receive an annual discretionary/utilization bonus