Microsoft AI SME Lead

About Aim Reply:

We are a boutique AI consulting and services firm specialising in assembling AI solutions for business impact. Our focus is on delivering cutting-edge AI capabilities to Fortune 500 enterprises, and one of our key focus areas is on leveraging the Microsoft AI stack to drive innovation and operational excellence. AIM Reply is also part of the Microsoft exclusive 'AI Partner Council', as well as we are part of the Microsoft 'Elevate Program', with direct access to the Microsoft Engineering team.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an expert Microsoft AI SME to lead the technical implementation of Microsoft AI solutions in client projects and drive internal R&D initiatives to enhance our AI solutions offerings. This role requires deep expertise in Microsoft AI technologies, a strong understanding of enterprise AI adoption, and the ability to bridge the gap between business needs and AI solutions. This is a hybrid-based role.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement AI solutions using Microsoft AI technologies, including Azure OpenAI, LLMs/SLMs, Azure Machine Learning, Azure Foundry, Cognitive Services, and Azure AI Document Intelligence
• Work closely with clients to understand architecture and integration needs, leading alignment and architecture revisions for AI-powered solutions
• Provide technical leadership and hands-on implementation management for AI-driven projects
• Integrate AI models with enterprise applications, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance
• Stay current with Microsoft AI advancements and industry trends to enhance solutions and offerings
• Prototype and develop new AI capabilities, frameworks, and accelerators, and conduct proof-of-concept projects to validate use cases
• Collaborate with internal teams to drive AI innovation using new Microsoft AI tools and methodologies
• Act as a subject matter expert, contributing to thought leadership and mentoring teams on best practices for Microsoft AI adoption

About the Candidate:

• Strong academic background with a Master's degree in a relevant field; a PhD in AI or a related discipline would be advantageous
• Proven experience in AI, Machine Learning, Generative AI, or Data Science, with expertise in Microsoft AI technologies
• Hands-on experience with Azure OpenAI, LLMs, Azure Machine Learning, Cognitive Services, Synapse, Fabric, and Power Platform AI capabilities
• Strong programming skills in Python, C#, or other relevant languages for AI model development
• Experience deploying AI solutions in enterprise environments, with a focus on security, scalability, and MLOps
• Solid understanding of enterprise AI architecture, data governance, and integration patterns
• Strong communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value
• Microsoft AI certifications (e.g. Azure AI Engineer Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert) would be advantageous

Reply is an Equal Opportunities Employer and committed to embracing diversity in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, identity, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status or parental status or any other characteristic protected by the Law.

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