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AI Technology Architect - Australia / New ZealandJoin HOBA TECHs strategic expansion into Australia and New Zealand as we establish our founding ANZ presence. Lead enterprise-scale AI transformations using the internationally acclaimed HOBA methodology trusted by 40+ countries including the UK Government.Job Description:Work directly with Heath Gascoigne, creator of the Business Transformation Playbook, in delivering cutting-edge AI solutions that actually deliver business value.About You:You are a visionary technology architect who understands that successful AI transformation requires more than just deploying models. You combine deep technical expertise with business acumen, and youre passionate about architecting AI solutions that drive measurable outcomes.The Role - AI Transformation Leadership:Design and architect enterprise AI solutions across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)Implement Large Language Model (LLM) integrations for business process automationDevelop AI governance frameworks and ethical AI implementation strategiesArchitect multi-modal AI solutions combining vision, language, and predictive analyticsLead AI readiness assessments and digital maturity evaluationsDesign MLOps pipelines and AI model lifecycle management systemsCollaborate with business stakeholders to identify high-value AI use casesMentor client teams in AI adoption and change management strategiesCore AI Technology Capabilities:Generative AI Platforms - OpenAI GPT-4/ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude, Google Gemini, Microsoft CopilotLLM Integration - API orchestration, prompt engineering, fine-tuning, RAG implementationsAI Assessment Tools - Custom HOBA AI maturity frameworks, vendor evaluation matricesAI Orchestration - Kubernetes for AI workloads, Docker containerisation, serverless AIEnterprise Technology Architecture:Cloud-native architecture design and migration strategies (AWS, Azure, GCP)Microservices architecture and API-first design principlesEnterprise integration patterns and middleware solutionsData architecture and analytics platform designSecurity architecture with focus on AI governance and data privacyDevOps and CI/CD pipeline implementation for AI/ML workloadsEnterprise software architecture and modernization strategyHOBA AI Assessment Framework Implementation:Conduct comprehensive AI readiness evaluations across business functionsEvaluate existing data infrastructure and AI-readiness of legacy systemsAssess organizational change management capabilities for AI adoptionDesign AI governance frameworks including ethics, bias detection, and complianceCreate custom AI maturity models aligned with business transformation goalsDevelop ROI models and business cases for AI transformation initiativesExperience Required:8+ years enterprise technology architecture experience3+ years hands-on experience with AI/ML implementations in enterprise environmentsProven track record of successful AI transformation projects ($1M+ budgets)Deep expertise in cloud platforms with focus on AI/ML servicesExperience with LLM integration, prompt engineering, and generative AI applicationsStrong background in data architecture, analytics platforms, and data governanceGovernment, financial services, or large enterprise experience preferredBachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master''s preferredAustralian/New Zealand work authorisation requiredPreferred Qualifications:Cloud architecture certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, GCP Professional)AI/ML certifications (AWS ML Specialty, Azure AI Engineer, Google ML Engineer)Experience with specific AI platforms: OpenAI GPT, Anthropic Claude, Google Bard/GeminiKnowledge of AI governance frameworks and responsible AI practicesExperience with vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, Chroma) and embedding modelsUnderstanding of AI regulatory landscape (EU AI Act, proposed AI regulations)What We Offer:Competitive salary: AUD $165k-$210k / NZD $150k-$185k (based on AI expertise)AI transformation project bonuses and performance incentivesEquity participation in rapidly expanding international methodology companyDirect mentorship from Heath Gascoigne and access to global AI transformation case studiesAnnual AI conference and training budget ($5000+ professional development)Access to cutting-edge AI tools and platform partnershipsGround floor opportunity in ANZ AI transformation market expansionFlexible hybrid working with option to work directly on international AI projectsWhy This Role Matters:The AI transformation market in Australia and New Zealand is experiencing explosive growth, but 80% of enterprise AI initiatives fail to deliver business value. Organizations are investing millions in AI tools without proper assessment, governance, or integration strategy.Current AI Market Context:Australian government investing $1.2B in AI and digital transformation initiativesNew Zealands Digital Strategy 2.0 prioritizing AI adoption across public sectorEnterprise demand for AI assessment and governance frameworks at all-time highSkills shortage in enterprise AI architecture with 300% salary growth in specialist rolesRegulatory pressure increasing need for responsible AI implementation frameworksYour Impact:Lead AI transformations that deliver measurable business outcomes, not just technology implementationsHelp organizations avoid the $500M-$2B AI project failures were called in to rescueEstablish HOBA as the premier AI transformation methodology in ANZ marketsWork on landmark AI projects that define successful enterprise AI adoption in the region #J-18808-Ljbffr