Guidehouse · 8 hours ago
AI & Automation Lead
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $225K/yr
10+ years expGuidehouse is a consulting firm that focuses on providing innovative solutions across various sectors. They are seeking an AI & Automation Lead to design and implement advanced AI-driven solutions, lead API development, and provide technical leadership to development teams.
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, and implement advanced AI-driven solutions, including new agents, models, and functionality, to support enterprise business needs
Lead hands-on API development and system integrations across cloud-based and enterprise platforms, with a primary focus on Azure core technologies
Architect, build, and secure AI applications operating in multi-cloud environments, ensuring scalability, performance, and compliance with security standards
Provide technical leadership to highly skilled development teams, balancing strategic direction with hands-on contribution as needed
Develop and maintain Power Platform automations and Microsoft 365 integrations to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency
Apply Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) best practices, ensuring high-quality deliverables, proper documentation, and effective governance controls
Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions
Leverage Model Context Protocol (MCP) frameworks and emerging AI standards to enhance interoperability and extensibility of AI systems
Analyze complex technical challenges, identify root causes, and implement effective, forward-thinking solutions
Communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
Contribute to continuous improvement by staying current with evolving AI technologies, platforms, and best practices
Support authentication and authorization integrations, including OAuth 2.0, where applicable
Foster strong working relationships across diverse teams and organizational levels in a remote-first environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree plus 10 years of relevant experience; OR 14 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Minimum 5 years of AI related experience including implementation of new agents/models/functionality
Expert level with API development and integration techniques
Expert level managing highly technical teams with hands on involvement
Expert level developing Power Platforms automation and M365 Integrations
Expert in Software Development Lifecycle methodologies, deliverables, and controls
Experience with securing applications that live in multi-cloud environments (but rely on Azure core technologies)
Familiarity with Model Context Protocol (MCP) framework
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment while remote
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people at all levels
Desire to learn, grow, and seek increased responsibility
Ability to self-direct, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and demands
Preferred
Experience with OATH 2.0
Experience with Agentic AI platforms (any)
Degree in Computer Science, or related field
Preference will be given to candidates who are located within 50 miles of a Guidehouse office
Benefits
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Company
Guidehouse
Guidehouse offers consulting services for public and commercial markets with expertise in management, technology, and risk consulting.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.75MKey Investors
Mission Daybreak
2023-11-06Acquired
2023-02-16Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
Scott McIntyre
Chairman and CEO
Alicia Harkness
Partner
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