GEN AI Architect

About the role

Barclays is looking for a GEN AI Architect to define, direct and govern the bank's target data architecture, including its shared data environment, data model and standards, so that data is accurate, secure and accessible to meet stakeholder needs. The role supports business strategy and is open to candidates based in Knutsford, Manchester or Glasgow.

Key responsibilities

• Develop the bank's data architecture strategy, translating bank-wide goals into a target architecture and transition plan.
• Work with data operations, engineers and analysts to promote standardised, consistent, safe and value-driven data usage.
• Maintain data architecture governance, standards and protection policies for data models, authoritative data stores and data capabilities.
• Align projects to the target architecture through guidance, data solutions and progress monitoring.
• Define shared reusable data capabilities, assets, tools and technologies to connect disparate data sources and optimise storage.
• Custodian of the overarching data model that defines how data is logically and physically structured.
• Monitor regulatory standards and industry developments, select best-in-class data technologies and assess compliance with service level agreements and quality standards.

Required profile

• Experience of advanced AI/ML architecture.
• Experience of responsible AI and governance.
• Innovation and strategic vision.
• Other highly valued skills: research publication record, speaking experience and cross-industry AI implementation.

The role is assessed on critical skills such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. The position is permanent.