SVP AI Enterprise Architect

Northern Trust

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On-site
Location
Chicago, ILTempe, AZ
Employment
Full-time
Posted
68 days ago
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About Northern Trust

Northern Trust is a leading provider of wealth management, asset servicing, asset management, and banking services to corporations, institutions, and high-net-worth individuals. Industry: Financial Services & Asset Management

Northern Trust currently has 107 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · SVP AI Enterprise Architect

The SVP AI Enterprise Architect joins the Enterprise Architecture organization to provide expert guidance and thought leadership on generative AI and machine learning. This role involves shaping the enterprise AI strategy, driving controlled adoption, and ensuring innovation aligns with security, governance, and risk management frameworks. The architect will consult with application development teams to enhance the developer experience, optimize processes through intelligent automation, and bridge business objectives with technical architectures. Key technical requirements include mastery of Azure AI Foundry, AWS generative AI tools, and experience with RAG applications, prompt engineering, and vector databases like Postgres, Databricks, and Azure Search. Candidates must possess proficiency in Python, LangChain, TensorFlow, and PyTorch, while demonstrating deep knowledge of MLOps, CI/CD for agentic applications, and regulatory compliance within financial services.

What you'll do

  • Provide expert guidance and thought leadership on generative AI and machine learning across the enterprise.
  • Shape the organization’s AI strategy to ensure innovation aligns with security, governance, and business priorities.
  • Drive controlled AI adoption to achieve efficiency gains through intelligent automation and process optimization.
  • Advise application development teams on using AI to enhance the developer experience and delivery velocity.
  • Bridge the gap between business objectives and technical architectures by translating complex concepts into actionable strategies.
  • Enforce AI governance and risk management frameworks through Architecture Review Boards.
  • Build proof-of-concept and demo applications to showcase AI capabilities and technical feasibility.

What we're looking for

  • Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in AI, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Professional certifications in AI, machine learning, cloud architecture, or enterprise architecture.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and experience with AI/ML frameworks.
  • Experience with compliance and regulatory aspects of AI in financial services.
  • Experience with LangChain, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Databricks SDKs for ML.
  • Holds an Advanced cloud certification in Azure.
  • Model training or fine tuning experience.
  • Work Authorization.

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