Senior Data Solution Architect

EY - GDS Consulting - AI And DATA -Senior Data Solution Architect - Senior Manager At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Senior Data Solution Architect (Architecture + Program Leadership + AI) Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Data Solution Architect to lead the architecture, program delivery, and solutioning of complex enterprise AI & Data use cases on modern analytics platforms. This role is designed for a hands-on, deeply technical leader who can operate across presales, solution design, program management, and delivery governance , and who excels at translating business problems into scalable, production-grade AI & Data architectures . The role requires a strong blend of architecture depth, AI expertise, structured program execution, and executive-level communication , working across senior stakeholders in complex transformation programs. What Youll Do 1. Solution Complex AI & Data Problems for Enterprise Clients Engage with senior business, data, and technology stakeholders to understand complex AI & Data requirements Lead solution discovery, architecture definition, and structured program planning Translate business objectives into scalable AI & Data architectures and execution roadmaps Own outcomes from problem definition through architecture sign-off and program mobilization 2. Architect End-to-End Enterprise Data Platforms Design enterprise-scale architectures using: Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure),Databricks), Data Governance frameworks Define enterprise data platform patterns (Bronze/Silver/Gold layers, semantic layer, data modeling) Ensure solutions meet performance, scalability, cost, security, and compliance requirements Align architecture with enterprise data governance and regulatory standards 3. Enable AI, Advanced Analytics & GenAI Use Cases Architect AI-enabled platforms leveraging: Azure AI / AWS AI Services / GenAI capabilities Design solutions supporting: Intelligent insights and advanced analytics AI-augmented BI and decision intelligence Responsible, secure, and scalable GenAI adoption Drive AI-first architecture thinking , balancing trade-offs across cost, latency, scalability, and risk 4. Program Management & Delivery Leadership Lead end-to-end program structuring for AI & Data initiatives, including: Work breakdown, milestones, and execution planning Risk identification, dependency management, and mitigation strategies Drive cross-functional coordination across architecture, engineering, business, and governance teams Establish delivery governance frameworks , ensuring alignment to architecture and timelines Track program progress, value realization, and executive reporting metrics Ensure seamless transition from solution design program execution value realization 5. Presales, Solution Shaping & Client Advisory Lead presales and solution shaping activities , including: Discovery workshops and stakeholder alignment End-to-end solution design and storytelling RFP responses, estimations, and proposal development Partner with leadership to define differentiated AI & Data solutions Act as a trusted advisor , articulating value, architecture, and execution approach to clients 6. Guide Delivery & Architecture Governance Work closely with engineering teams to: Validate architecture feasibility Guide implementation decisions and integration patterns Ensure architecture consistency across build, deployment, and production Support operational readiness, observability, and platform sustainability 7. Define Reusable Architecture Assets & Best Practices Develop reference architectures, solution blueprints, and reusable assets Codify best practices for: AI-ready data platform Modern Data Platforms Scalable AI and data architectures Contribute to organizational IP and standards Core Requirements Experience 15+ years in data platforms, AI/analytics architecture, or cloud solutions Proven experience in enterprise-scale AI & Data platform architecture Strong exposure to program management / large transformation delivery Hands-on experience in presales and solution shaping (mandatory) Experience in client-facing consulting environments Skills (Enhanced Focus Areas) Architecture & AI Expertise Deep expertise in cloud data platforms, AI/ML, and GenAI ecosystems Strong understanding of data governance, data modeling, and analytics architecture Ability to design AI-first data platforms and intelligent systems Program Management Strong capability in program structuring, planning, and execution tracking Experience managing large, multi-stakeholder transformation programs Ability to balance architecture integrity with delivery timelines and risks Communication & Stakeholder Management Exceptional executive communication and storytelling skills Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value E