Infrastructure Solutions Architect
DataStaff, Inc is in need of an Infrastructure Solutions Architect for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients located in the Richmond, VA area.
*This position is hybrid; 3 days per week will be onsite.
Responsibilities:
- Design and implement enterprise and AI enabled technology solutions that enhance academic, research, and administrative operations with a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven solutions.
- Support client’s mission by integrating AI technologies into teaching, learning, student success, and institutional efficiency initiatives.
- Designing enterprise and AI solution architectures
- Support student success and learning analytics initiatives
- Integrating AI and enterprise systems (LMS, SIS, ERP)
- Collaborating with faculty and research teams on AI-enabled solutions
- Ensuring compliance with FERPA, HIPAA, and institutional policies
- Promoting ethical and responsible use of AI technologies
Knowledge and Experience:
- 10+ years of progressive IT experience
- 5+ years of solutions architecture and/or AI solution development experience
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- 5+ years in process automation design and development.
- Experience in higher education or public-sector IT
- Proficient in AI/ML frameworks (ex: TensorFlow, PyTorch)
- Cloud, architecture, or AI certifications (ex: AWS, Azure, TOGAF)
Required Skills:
- 10 Years - Experience in IT roles, including solution design and platform management.
- 5 Years - Experience in AI solution development and enterprise or solution architecture
- 5 Years - Strong ability to engage business and technical teams in AI solution initiatives.
Desired Skills:
- 5 Years - Understanding of higher education systems (LMS, SIS, ERP) and AI data privacy requirements.
- 5 Years - Ability to interpret complex compliance requirements for AI and apply them to academic and administrative solutions.
- 5 Years - Experience with technology solutions architecture in higher education or regulated environments preferred.
This opportunity is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.