Our client, a leading global financial services institution, is seeking a Chief Architect - Artificial Intelligence (AI) to define and lead the enterprise AI and data architecture strategy within a capital markets environment.

This is a newly created leadership role focused on driving the cloud-native re-architecture of internally developed platforms, while integrating SaaS and third-party solutions into a cohesive, scalable architecture aligned to front-to-back business needs.

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Key responsibilities

Define and own the enterprise AI and data architecture, aligned to business, trading, and risk priorities
Lead the modernisation of legacy platforms into cloud-native architectures, with a focus on scalability, resilience, and performance
Architect and evolve AI/ML platforms, including data pipelines, model lifecycle, and deployment frameworks
Ensure alignment to low-latency and high-performance requirements across capital markets use cases
Integrate SaaS and external data/analytics platforms into the broader enterprise architecture
Establish architectural standards across cloud, data, and AI domains, including governance and best practices
Partner with senior technology and business stakeholders to align architecture with product and revenue objectives

Role requirements

18+ years experience in architecture and engineering leadership roles within complex environments
Strong background in distributed systems, data platforms, and cloud-native architecture
Proven experience leading large-scale platform modernisation and cloud transformation
Deep understanding of AI/ML architectures and data ecosystems
Strong experience within capital markets (essential), including front-to-back platforms
Track record of operating in global, matrixed organisations
Ability to engage and influence at senior executive level

Chief Architect – Artificial Intelligence (AI)