NTT DATA's Client is seeking an experienced Azure Solution/Data Architect with strong expertise in AI-driven and agentic systems to design and implement scalable cloud and data solutions on Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of modern data platforms combined with experience in Generative AI, LLMs, and autonomous AI agents, enabling intelligent, self-orchestrating business workflows and decision systems.
Day to Day job Duties: (what this person will do on a daily/weekly basis)
- Design end-to-end cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure services.
- Architect AI-enabled and agentic solutions that can autonomously perform tasks, orchestrate workflows, and make decisions.
- Define architecture patterns for integrating LLMs, APIs, and enterprise systems.
- Ensure scalability, fault tolerance, and cost efficiency.
- Design and implement AI agent frameworks using tools such as:
- Azure OpenAI Service
- Semantic Kernel / LangChain
- Copilot frameworks
- Build multi-agent systems capable of:
- Task planning and execution
- Tool usage and orchestration
- Context-aware decision-making
- Develop RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation) pipelines using vector databases (Azure AI Search, Cosmos DB, etc.).
- Integrate AI agents with enterprise data platforms and business applications.
- Ensure responsible AI practices, guardrails, and governance.
- Work with Azure services including:
- Azure Data Factory (ADF)
- Azure Synapse Analytics
- Azure Databricks
- Azure AI Services / Azure OpenAI
- Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS Gen2)
- Azure SQL / Cosmos DB
- Set up CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions.
Basic Qualifications: (what are the skills required to this job with minimum years of experience on each)
- 8+ years of strong expertise in Microsoft Azure.
- 8+ years experience in data architecture and distributed systems.
- 5+ years experience with:
- Azure Data Factory / Synapse / Databricks
- Data modeling techniques (Dimensional, Data Vault)
- 5+ years' experience building AI-powered or agentic applications.
- Strong understanding of:
- Large Language Models (LLMs)
- Prompt engineering
- RAG architecture
- 5+ years' Experience with:
- Azure OpenAI / OpenAI APIs
- LangChain / Semantic Kernel
- Vector databases (Azure AI Search, Pinecone, etc.)
- Knowledge of multi-agent orchestration patterns and tool integration.
- 5+ years' experience in Python, SQL (mandatory)
- Familiarity with REST APIs and SDK integrations.
Soft Skills - Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- Ability to translate business problems into AI-driven solutions.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
- Leadership and mentoring capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications - Azure Certifications (AZ-305, DP-203, AI-102).
- Experience delivering GenAI / Copilot / enterprise AI solutions.
- Exposure to multi-cloud environments
NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for Canada-based positions. The starting pay range for this remote role is $80-$90/hour. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all Canada locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.
This position is eligible for NTT DATA's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Discount Perks.
