Key Responsibilities: + Lead the development of scalable, secure, and high-performance AI/ML architectures for CAI priority projects. Provide architectural oversight and technical direction throughout the project lifecycle. + Conduct architecture reviews for CAI projects targeted for production deployment. Identify architectural gaps and propose actionable strategies to address them. + Collaborate closely with Model Development, Model Operations, Model Governance, and GPT teams. Influence product managers and architects to align roadmaps with CAI project needs and close identified gaps. + Partner with Domain and Chief Architects to evolve EDO’s architecture strategy, including: (a) Agentic Generative AI Architecture (b) SageMaker Unified Studio implementation + Lead technical evaluations of emerging data and analytics platforms such as Databricks and recommend adoption strategies. + Actively participate in daily scrum meetings, offering technical consulting and guidance to project teams. + Dedicate at least 30% of the time to hands-on coding, prototyping, and development of AI/ML solutions. + Perform code and design reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and architectural standards. Qualifications: + Strong experience with AWS and Cloud Infrastructure (AI/ML cloud infrastructure) and CI/CD development + Experience evaluating vendor products and standardization of the technology + 8 years related work experience within AI/ML space + 3 years of technology architect or technical lead experience. + Experience with SageMaker, and modern MLOps practices. + Familiarity and experience with generative AI frameworks and agent-based architecture. Preferred Skills: + Machine Learning model development experience is preferred. + Experience with Databricks, Snowflake, or similar analytics platforms. + Knowledge of model governance and regulatory compliance in AI. + Graduate degree preferred. + Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. + Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Special Factors Sponsorship Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position. About Vanguard At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best. How We Work Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.