Agentic AI Architect

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**About the Role:**

**Grade Level (for internal use):**

13
**Location:** Gurgaon, Hyderabad and Bangalore

**Job Description:**

We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary **Agentic AI Architect** to lead the strategic design, development, and scalable implementation of autonomous AI systems within our organization.

This role demands an individual with deep expertise in cutting-edge AI architectures, a strong commitment to ethical AI practices, and a proven ability to drive innovation.

The ideal candidate will architect intelligent, self-directed decision-making systems that integrate seamlessly with enterprise workflows and propel our operational efficiency forward.

**Key Responsibilities**

As an Agentic AI Architect, you will:

+ **AI Architecture and System Design:** Architect and design robust, scalable, and autonomous AI systems that seamlessly integrate with enterprise workflows, cloud platforms, and advanced LLM frameworks.

Define blueprints for APIs, agents, and pipelines to enable dynamic, context-aware AI decision-making.
+ **Strategic AI Leadership:** Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for AI initiatives focused on agentic systems.

Guide cross-functional teams of AI engineers, data scientists, and developers in the adoption and implementation of advanced AI architectures.
+ **Framework and Platform Expertise:** Evaluate, recommend, and implement leading AI tools and frameworks, with a strong focus on autonomous AI solutions (e.g., multi-agent frameworks, self-optimizing systems, LLM-driven decision engines).

Drive the selection and utilization of cloud platforms (AWS SageMaker preferred, Azure ML, Google Cloud Vertex AI) for scalable AI deployments.
+ **Customization and Optimization:** Design strategies for optimizing autonomous AI models for domain-specific tasks (e.g., real-time analytics, adaptive automation).

Define methodologies for fine-tuning LLMs, multi-agent frameworks, and feedback loops to align with overarching business goals and architectural principles.
+ **Innovation and Research Integration:** Spearhead the integration of R&D initiatives into production architectures, advancing agentic AI capabilities.

Evaluate and prototype emerging frameworks (e.g., Autogen, AutoGPT, LangChain), neuro-symbolic architectures, and self-improving AI systems for architectural viability.
+ **Documentation and Architectural Blueprinting:** Develop comprehensive technical white papers, architectural diagrams, and best practices for autonomous AI system design and deployment.

Serve as a thought leader, sharing architectural insights at conferences and contributing to open-source AI communities.
+ **System Validation and Resilience:** Design and oversee rigorous architectural testing of AI agents, including stress testing, adversarial scenario simulations, and bias mitigation strategies, ensuring alignment with compliance, ethical and performance benchmarks for robust production systems.
+ **Stakeholder Collaboration & Advocacy:** Collaborate with executives, product teams, and compliance officers to align AI architectural initiatives with strategic objectives.

Advocate for AI-driven innovation and architectural best practices across the organization.

**Qualifications:**

**Technical Expertise:**

+ 12+ years of progressive experience in AI/ML, with a strong track record as an **AI Architect** , ML Architect, or AI Solutions Lead.
+ **7+ years specifically focused on designing and architecting autonomous/agentic AI systems** (e.g., multi-agent frameworks, self-optimizing systems, or LLM-driven decision engines).
+ Expertise in **Python** (mandatory) and familiarity with Node.js for architectural integrations.
+ Extensive hands-on experience with **autonomous AI tools and frameworks** : LangChain, Autogen, CrewAI, or architecting custom agentic frameworks.
+ Proficiency in **cloud platforms for AI architecture** : AWS SageMaker (most preferred), Azure ML, or Google Cloud Vertex AI, with a deep understanding of their AI service offerings.
+ Demonstrable experience with **MLOps pipelines** (e.g., Kubeflow, MLflow) and designing scalable deployment strategies for AI agents in production environments.

**Leadership & Strategic Acumen:**

+ Proven track record of leading the architectural direction of AI/ML teams, managing complex AI projects, and mentoring senior technical staff.
+ Strong understanding and practical application of **AI governance frameworks** (e.g., EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF) and advanced bias mitigation techniques within AI architectures.
+ Exceptional ability to translate complex technical AI concepts into clear, concise architectural plans and strategies for non-technical stakeholders and executive leadership.
+ Ability to envision and articulate a long-term strategy for AI within the business, aligning AI initiatives with business objectives and market trends.
+ Foster collaboration across various practices, including product management, engineering, and marketing, to ensure cohesive implementation of AI strategies that meet business goals.

**What’s In It For** **You?**

**Our Purpose:**

Progress is not a self-starter.

It requires a catalyst to be set in motion.

Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day.

We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow.

At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities.

We Accelerate Progress.

**Our People:**

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective.

Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it.

We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in.

We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business.

We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind.

Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

**Our Values:**

**Integrity, Discovery, Partnership**

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets.

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead.

We start with a foundation of **integrity** in all we do, bring a spirit of **discovery** to our work, and collaborate in close **partnership** with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

**Benefits:**

We take care of you, so you can take care of business.

We care about our people.

That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

+ Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
+ Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
+ Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
+ Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
+ Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you.

S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
+ Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

**Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:**

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions.

Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent.

By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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**Equal Opportunity Employer**

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.

Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:  EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com  and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.



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10 - Officials or Managers (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), IFTECH103.2 - Middle Management Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority – Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)

**Job ID:** 316525
**Posted On:** 2025-09-15
**Location:** Gurgaon, Haryana, India

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