At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver AI-powered solutions that solve real business challenges.
- Company: Join a leading data intelligence company that values innovation and diversity.
- Benefits: Enjoy private medical insurance, gym access, and a focus on career development.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with excellent growth opportunities and a supportive culture.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of AI technology and make a tangible impact.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in software or data engineering with strong Python skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
As an AI & Data Solutions Architect, you will work at the intersection of data, technology, and business, helping shape and deliver the next generation of AI‑powered solutions for Keyrus and our clients. This is a highly hands‑on role, combining strong engineering foundations, deep data expertise, and practical experience applying modern AI technologies to solve real business challenges. You will work closely with clients, delivery teams, technology leaders, and the CTO to transform ideas into scalable, production‑ready solutions that create measurable business value. We’re looking for someone who is curious, self‑driven, and passionate about continuous learning, with the ability to solve complex problems and turn innovation into practical outcomes.
Job Location: London, UK (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite)
Target Start Date: July 2026
In This Role, You Will:
- Design, build, and deliver AI‑powered solutions end‑to‑end, from concept to production
- Develop end‑to‑end data and AI applications (data ingestion, processing, orchestration, APIs, user interfaces)
- Leverage modern technologies, including LLMs, agentic frameworks, RAG architectures, and cloud data platforms
- Work directly with clients to understand business problems and translate them into scalable solutions
- Define solution architectures combining AI, data, cloud, and engineering best practices
- Build reusable accelerators and frameworks across client engagements
- Collaborate with delivery teams and leadership to drive technical excellence and innovation
- Present architectural decisions and solution designs to technical and business stakeholders
- Contribute to pre‑sales, workshops, and solution‑shaping activities
- Stay at the forefront of emerging AI technologies and identify opportunities
What Makes This Role Challenging:
- Delivering enterprise‑grade AI solutions in a fast‑evolving landscape
- Combining software engineering, data engineering, AI, and architecture in a single role
- Balancing innovation with scalability, security, and business value
- Working across multiple industries and client contexts
- Communicating complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Continuously adapting to new tools, frameworks, and approaches
Must‑haves:
- 10+ years of experience in Software Engineering, Data Engineering, AI, or Solution Architecture
- Proven track record of delivering production‑grade solutions
- Strong software engineering background with hands‑on development
- Advanced Python programming skills
- Strong understanding of system design and application architecture
- Deep experience with data platforms and large‑scale data processing
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Experience with Databricks, Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric, or similar
- Experience designing APIs and distributed systems
- Experience with AI frameworks (LangChain, LangGraph, Semantic Kernel, AutoGen, etc.)
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong consulting mindset and client‑facing experience
- Ability to engage with both technical and non‑technical audiences
Nice‑to‑haves:
- Experience in consulting or technology advisory environments
- Experience building AI products, platforms, or reusable accelerators
- Experience as a technical lead or trusted advisor on complex engagements
- Experience presenting technical solutions to executive and C‑level audiences
- Experience with vector databases and semantic search systems
- Knowledge of MLOps, AI governance, and production deployment practices
- Experience building AI‑powered user interfaces or full‑stack apps
- Exposure to solution leadership and architecture ownership
- Experience with mentoring or contributing to engineering communities
What We Offer at Keyrus UK:
- Private Medical & Dental Insurance (Bupa)
- Group Life Insurance
- Gym & fitness discounts via Pluxee (Sodexo)
- On‑site gym access at our London office
- Access to lifestyle discounts (travel, retail, entertainment & more) via Pluxee (Sodexo)
- Auto‑enrolment pension scheme with Aegon
- Strong focus on career development and internal mobility
- Electric & hybrid car scheme via Tusker
- Annual discretionary bonus, based on individual and company performance
- Referral bonus for introducing new colleagues
- A market leader in Data Intelligence
- A company where people, trust, and diversity are core values
- An environment that values ownership, flexibility, and innovation
- A place where different backgrounds and perspectives are not just welcomed — they are essential
Equal Opportunity Statement: We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
AI & Data Solutions Architect in London employer: Keyrus
Keyrus UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of London. As a Forward-Deployed AI Architect, you will have access to competitive benefits and significant opportunities for professional growth, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on clients' AI challenges while working alongside talented data engineers and governance experts.
