Gen AI Architect

Job Description At NCS Australia , we believe that technology is only as powerful as the people behind it. We are currently seeking an exceptional Gen AI Architect to join our Sydney team—a role designed for a visionary technologist ready to drive innovation and transform our business landscape. As part of our team, you won’t just be observing the AI revolution; you will be actively architecting it. You will take ownership of designing, developing, and implementing cutting‑edge generative AI systems that solve complex challenges and deliver genuine value to our clients and communities. In this pivotal position, your primary focus will be the creation of scalable and efficient AI architectures. You will translate high‑level business requirements into robust technical solutions, leveraging the latest in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and generative models. This involves not only implementing and optimizing state‑of‑the‑art systems—such as Large Language Models (LLMs) and conversational AI—but also conducting the deep research necessary to keep NCS at the forefront of technological advancements. You will be the technical anchor ensuring our solutions are innovative, reliable, and built for the future. Beyond the code, this role is about delivering a high‑quality result for our clients. You will define the strategies for data acquisition and preprocessing, ensuring that our AI systems are high‑quality, unbiased, and ethically sound. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work; you will partner closely with Software and Data Engineers and DevOps teams to deploy these models into production environments seamlessly. Furthermore, you will serve as a mentor to other team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence that elevates the entire practice. Qualifications Previous experience in a similar role architecting Gen AI solutions. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++, with experience in machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch. Solid understanding of natural language processing (NLP) techniques and experience with generative AI models. Familiarity with Azure for deploying and scaling AI systems. Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, with the ability to break down complex problems and develop efficient solutions. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams. Significant experience in developing and deploying AI/ML systems, with a proven track record of successful projects. Experience with large‑scale data processing and model training, including handling and preprocessing large datasets. Experience in designing and implementing AI architectures and pipelines, with a focus on scalability, performance, and maintainability. Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialist, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer) are preferred but not mandatory. Knowledge of specific domains or industries where generative AI can be applied (e.g., content generation, chatbots, language models) is a plus. Why Join Us NCS Australia is where you can feel at home, nurturing your talents and skills as we make tomorrow together, one day at a time. Our benefits include paid parental leave, initiatives focused on your well‑being and discounted health insurance. You will also enjoy discounts on various products and services and be regularly recognised and rewarded for high performance. We are committed to your career development through our Capability Fingerprint, industry and partner training programs, special interest groups, and an AI‑driven learning platform. No matter where you are in your career, we offer meaningful work and opportunities for growth. Equal Opportunity Employer NCS Australia is an equal‑opportunity employer, and we take pride in our commitment to valuing and supporting our people and the communities we serve. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Veterans, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. At NCS Australia, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply. Agency Policy We’ve got this. We request that you do not contact NCS employees outside of the Talent Acquisition team. NCS exclusively accepts resumes from agencies on our preferred supplier panel through the NCS Agency Portal. Agencies that submit resumes must have a valid fee agreement and be assigned to the particular requisition by the Talent Acquisition team. Any resumes that are submitted outside of this process will become the sole property of NCS. If a candidate is hired outside of this process, no fee or payment will be given. Work Rights and Background Checks To be eligible for a position with us, applicants will need to have valid work rights for Australia and be willing to undergo a comprehensive background checking process, including probity and police checks. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Information Technology Industry IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at NCS Group Australia by 2x. #J-18808-Ljbffr