AI Delivery Architect

Job Description

Overview

Are you a skilled AI Delivery Architect with a passion for emerging technologies and generative AI? Join our AI Factory as we accelerate progress towards our enterprise vision for a fortune 200 company, home to some of the most iconic brands. We are looking for someone with expertise in generative AI development and pipeline delivery methodologies. If you excel in uncharted territory and are prepared to lead the design, development, and execution of groundbreaking use cases, we want to hear from you!

We are currently seeking an AI Delivery Architect to join our Digital & Technology team in Richmond, VA, or we are open to remote work arrangements.

What you’ll be doing:
• Lead the development and execution of AI projects within the AI Pod, ensuring alignment with the overall enterprise vision.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement applications related to generative AI using design thinking methodologies and develop enterprise ready capabilities. Includes defining and prioritizing product requirements across the application lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain application delivery pipelines within Azure DevOps & GitHub Enterprise.
• Analyze current and future generative AI trends and capabilities to identify areas of opportunity and translate them into actionable pilots.
• Build and execute on the product roadmap, objectives, and KPIs, ensuring that it reflects the evolving needs of the business.
• Continuously monitor and analyze product performance, leveraging data-driven insights to drive improvements and optimize user experience.

What we want you to have:
• Bachelor’s Degree and six years’ experience OR Master’s Degree and four years’ experience in digital transformations, enterprise application delivery, AI or design thinking are required.
• Proven experience as a Python application architect, preferably with AI or automation technologies.
• Strong understanding of AI and automation technologies including Python, LangChain, and RPA.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills are required, with the ability to effectively work with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with agile methodologies and product management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Strong sense of curiosity and passion for learning, as well as the ability to work independently in an evolving and changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and collaborate effectively across functions, inclusive of strong communication skills (written and oral).
• Knowledge and experience of innovation approaches, activities (i.e. hackathon challenges) and experimental processes.
• Ability to balance enthusiasm and realism when communicating new ideas.

In addition to the opportunity to apply and develop your skills toward key business objectives, we offer an excellent compensation package including a competitive base salary, comprehensive health/vision/dental insurance, participation in our deferred profit sharing and incentive compensation programs as well as a relocation assistance package.

Sponsorship

Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Total Rewards

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $112,800.00 – $163,500.00 / annually.

We deliver a market-competitive, equitable pay with a Total Reward program that includes:
• Annual performance incentive based on individual and company performance
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to support you and your loved ones
• Flexible Work Environment to include vacation and generous holidays
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (401K) with matching contributions on day 1, including a yearly company contribution
• Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Student Loan Assistance
• To learn more about How to Support you and your Loved Ones, Work-Life Balance, and Invest into your Future, visit our additional benefits at Benefits (altria.com)

Company Overview

Altria is a Fortune 200 company that has a leading portfolio of tobacco products for U.S. tobacco consumers 21+. Our Vision is to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a smoke-free future. We are Moving Beyond Smoking™, leading the way in moving adult smokersaway from cigarettes by taking action to transition millions to potentially less harmful choices.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and ourshareholders.
Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, on!, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group. Learn more about Altria’s products and operating companies by visiting www.altria.com .
Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on LinkedIn

STEM