Lead Platform Engineer (Data & AI)

For our client, we are seeking a Lead Platform Engineer (Data & AI) to join the team of a leader in the Business Services space.
This role will guide the architecture, administration, and operational maturity of key engineering platforms that support client engagements and internal delivery. The position blends cloud platform engineering with data enablement, AI-driven automation, and close coordination across technical and client-facing teams. You will also help strengthen deployment practices, documentation, and governance to support scalable and resilient solutions in a consulting environment.
Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $155,000 – $175,000 annually
Responsibilities
Own architecture and administration of Azure DevOps environments for client engagements
Liaise with Salesforce development teams for requirements gathering and deployment activities
Lead design and maintenance of AI-powered solutions and automation pipelines
Coordinate client onboarding for Microsoft Fabric deployments with IT and data teams
Collaborate on technical architecture and assess dependencies in reporting solutions
Support operational processes in Salesforce and document implementation approaches
Develop technical documentation and operational runbooks for consistency and resilience
Participate in the Tech Committee, providing leadership and mentoring on best practices
Qualifications
5+ years in platform engineering, DevOps, or cloud operations, ideally in professional services
Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps, including pipeline configuration and multi-project management
Familiarity with Salesforce administration and development coordination
Experience with Microsoft Fabric or similar cloud data platforms
Knowledge of AI solutions and large language models, including prompt engineering and automation
Strong communication skills to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple priorities in cross-functional environments
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Wellness programs
Participation in annual incentive compensation program
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.

Work arrangement
Yes