Data and AI Solution Architect

Data and AI Solutions Architect This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Chicago, New York City or Bloomington, MN offices. We are also open to remote working arrangements for highly qualified candidates within the US. Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like As a Data and AI Solution Architect, you possess a well-rounded understanding of Azure Cloud Storage, Compute technologies, and AI capabilities managed in a DevOps first culture. You are recognized as an exemplary communicator, possess strong interpersonal skills combined with a demonstrated "hands on" approach, as well as mentoring experience. Your day to day would include the following: Influence leaders in development, client operations, and IT infrastructure areas to plan and prioritize work and ensure delivery of business application support. Partner with project and product teams to embrace emerging technologies. Developing and researching technologies such as Databricks, Fabric, Snowflake, Azure SQL, Data Factory, Azure Key Vault, Entra, Private Endpoints, Azure AI Services, Open AI, Terraform, Azure DevOps, and other related technologies. Help define data-centric solutions to meet business requirements. Collaborate with development teams on direction and apply depth of knowledge to design strategies, make recommendations for implementation of new systems and technologies, and facilitate the design and implementation of data architecture. Perform testing - including defining criteria, creating test scripts and scenarios, debugging, and documenting results. Provide ongoing support for applications - including monitoring and processing, handling customer questions and queries, investigating and solving system problems, and providing on-call support services. Help create and maintain all required documentation per established processes and methodologies. Perform other duties, project work, etc. as needed. Skills and experience that will lead to success 8+ years of experience in a data intensive position. 3+ years of building solutions in a DevOps first culture. Demonstrated Experience delivering Gen AI capabilities in production. BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or related field or equivalent industry experience. Strong working knowledge with cloud storage and compute technologies such as Azure SQL Managed Instance, Cosmos DB, Azure SQL, Azure Synapse, Databricks, Snowflake, Fabric, Data Factory, Azure AI Services, Open AI, or related technologies. Strong working knowledge with the DevOps skillset including PowerShell, Terraform, Azure DevOps, Containers, Azure Key Vault, Entra, Private Endpoints, or other related technologies. Strong understanding of relational database architecture concepts. Proficiency working with Windows platforms with concrete knowledge of system administration/internals. Proven analysis and problem-solving skills. A successful track record of delivering complex business projects on time. Strong communication skills (verbal and written). Knowledge of reinsurance a plus. Knowledge of Gen AI, AI/ML Ops, and mlflow is a plus. Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability,