Microsoft AI and Data Architect

Do you enjoy the challenge of translating complex business problems into elegant AI and data architectures?Do you bring both the big-picture thinking of a solutions architect and the hands-on instincts of someone who has actually built and shipped at scale?Are you ready to move beyond maintaining existing systems and take ownership of designing the AI and data platforms that enterprises will rely on for years to come?AOT Technologies is seeking a Microsoft AI and Data Architect to join our team and help design and deliver scalable, modern data platforms for enterprise and public sector clients.About AOTWe’re on a mission to help enterprises and governments bring their ideas to life.As a boutique consulting firm, we partner with enterprises, startups, and governments to solve complex, mission-critical challenges. Our expertise spans business process management, automation and AI, cloud, and application development. Our teams are collaborative, our leadership is transparent, and our work is impactful.Alongside our consulting practice, we’re product builders: our flagship platform, formsflow.ai, is a low-code solution that simplifies complex form creation, approvals, and workflow automation, helping organizations move faster without sacrificing quality or compliance. Under the SLED360 umbrella, we deliver products and services tailored to the unique needs of state and local governments and the education sector, from modern case management to digital services. Our product offerings reflect our entrepreneurial spirit and firsthand experience solving real-world problems with scalable, human-centered technology.As we expand into new markets and scale our solutions, there’s never been a better time to join AOT.Role And ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking an experienced Microsoft AI and Data Architect to design, build, and lead enterprise-grade AI, data, and cloud-native solutions using the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. You will:Design secure AI and data architectures on Microsoft AzureBuild architecture diagrams, reference architectures, and implementation roadmapsGuide engineering teams through implementationReview code, pipelines, infrastructure, and deployment designsTranslate business requirements into AI, data, and cloud-native solution designsEvaluate technology options and recommend fit-for-purpose patternsCommunicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersWho You AreYou are a senior technical leader who can work with business stakeholders, architects, data engineers, AI engineers, DevOps teams, and security teams to deliver scalable, secure, and production-ready AI and data platforms. You have strong hands-on experience across Azure Cloud, Azure AI Foundry, Azure AI Services, Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Engineering, and modern AI application architecture.Must-Have Skills Azure Cloud ArchitectureMinimum 6+ years of hands-on Azure Cloud experience, including:Azure Kubernetes ServiceAzure Container AppsAzure API ManagementAzure NetworkingPrivate endpoints, VNET integration, DNS, firewall, and secure connectivityManaged identities, Key Vault, RBAC, and enterprise security patternsCloud-native application architectureMonitoring, logging, and production support patterns Azure AI Foundry and Azure AI ServicesMinimum 3+ years of experience with Azure AI services, including:Azure AI FoundryAzure OpenAIAI workflow developmentFoundry Agents and/or agentic AI solution designSemantic Kernel, Autogen or Microsoft Agent FrameworkRetrieval-Augmented Generation architectureAzure AI SearchDocument IntelligencePrompt engineering and prompt orchestration Microsoft Fabric and Data EngineeringMinimum 3+ years of Microsoft Fabric and data engineering experience, including:Microsoft FabricOneLakeFabric LakehouseData Engineering workloadsAzure Data Factory and/or Fabric Data Factory pipelinesMedallion architecture: Bronze, Silver, GoldPower BI integrationPreferred CertificationsMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect ExpertMicrosoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer AssociateMicrosoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer AssociateMicrosoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer AssociateMicrosoft Certified: DevOps Engineer ExpertWhat We OfferSalary range of $120K to $150K CAD, commensurate with experienceFlexible remote work environment with optional hybrid collaboration for candidates located in Victoria, BCContinuous learning and leadership development opportunitiesFlexible schedules and generous paid time offCompetitive health, dental, and wellness benefits from Day 1Employer-sponsored deferred profit-sharing planA collaborative, mission-driven culture where your work mattersApply NowIf you’re passionate about designing scalable, modern data and AI architectures and want to lead impactful work across enterprise and public sector clients, apply today – we’re hiring now and excited to meet you.We strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply, even if they don’t meet 100% of the listed criteria. We are seeking candidates with diverse career experiences for this position. If you’re passionate about impacting the tech industry and eager to contribute your expertise, we invite you to apply!Please note that selected candidates must provide official email references from direct project leads or reporting managers and project details including client company name, duration, role, and responsibilities.Closing date: Open until filledSalary Range$120,000—$150,000 CAD