Ai Architect

<p><strong>Automation AI Architect – Bolton – £90,000</strong></p> <p><strong>THE COMPANY:</strong></p> <p>Pearson Carter are working with a leading Managed Service Provider (MSP), offering a broad portfolio of cloud, infrastructure, and business applications solutions. As a Microsoft Partner with strong capabilities across Azure and Dynamics 365, they continue to invest heavily in innovation, AI, and automation.</p> <p><strong>THE ROLE:</strong></p> <p>We are hiring an <strong>AI &amp; Automation Architect</strong> to join the business and lead the design, governance, and delivery of AI-driven automation solutions across the organisation.</p> <p>This is a hybrid role based out of either the Birmingham or Bolton office combining hands-on technical architecture with enterprise-level governance and strategic automation delivery.</p> <ul> <li>Act as the lead architect for AI and automation solutions across platforms including Dynamics 365 CRM, Power Platform, HALO PSA, NinjaOne, and OpManager</li> <li>Design end-to-end AI and automation architectures that are secure, scalable, supportable, and aligned to MSP operational models</li> <li>Define and enforce robust software development lifecycles (SDLCs) across automation and AI initiatives</li> <li>Build proof of concepts, reference architectures, and working solutions to validate design decisions</li> <li>Identify service gaps and operational inefficiencies, implementing automation-first and AI-enabled solutions to improve delivery</li> <li>Work closely with service owners, delivery teams, and senior leadership as a trusted advisor on AI strategy and practical automation adoption</li> <li>Ensure all solutions are aligned with industry best practice, security standards, and operational service requirements</li> </ul> <p><strong>THE CANDIDATE:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Significant experience designing and delivering AI and automation solutions within an MSP or complex service-led environment</li> <li>Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Dataverse)</li> <li>Strong scripting and automation experience using PowerShell and/or Python</li> <li>Solid development and integration experience with C#, REST APIs, Webhooks, and integration patterns</li> <li>Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage senior leadership and technical teams alike</li> <li>Clear communicator, capable of translating complex technical concepts into practical business solutions</li> <li>Comfortable working in ambiguous environments and shaping high-level objectives into deliverable solutions</li> </ul> <p><strong>THE OFFER:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Up to <strong>£90,000</strong> (flexible depending on experience)</li> <li>Hybrid working model (Birmingham or Bolton office)</li> <li>Join an award-winning and highly respected employer</li> <li>Strong investment in AI, automation, and innovation</li> <li>Clear progression opportunities within a growing technology business</li> <li>Collaborative, people-first culture with strong work-life balance</li> </ul> <p><strong>Ready to take the next step in your career?</strong><br />Send your CV to <strong>george<a>@pears</a><a><strong>o</strong>ncarter.com</a></strong> or call <strong>0191 406 6111</strong> to learn more.</p> <p><strong>Pearson Carter connects top-tier Microsoft professionals with world-class organisations.</strong><br />Discover more at <strong><a>www.pearsoncarter.com</a></strong></p> <p> </p> <p> </p>