Principal Architect – Azure / AI / ML / DevSecOps

Candidate Description

A strategically minded Principal Architect with over 18 years of experience steering large-scale digital-transformation programmes across consulting, retail, FMCG and financial-services sectors. Adept at translating complex business objectives into pragmatic, technology-driven roadmaps, this professional combines deep expertise in cloud-native ERP, data-fabric architectures and AI/ML engineering with an extensive background in SAP, AWS, Azure and SaaS platforms. This breadth is underpinned by strong analytical acuity and a proven ability to align multi-disciplinary teams with C-suite priorities for measurable value delivery.

Their technical acumen is demonstrated through the design of modern, event-driven platforms, predictive-analytics ecosystems and hyper-automated CI/CD pipelines. Adept at SRE and DevSecOps, they have architected resilient solutions for a Technology Provider, a Consulting Firm and a Technology Company that reduced incidents by up to 75 % and accelerated release cycles. Key achievements include deploying TensorFlow and AWS SageMaker models that improved forecast accuracy, implementing RAG-enabled LLM agents for ERP interactions and embedding Zero-Trust security across multi-cloud estates.

Blending leadership with hands-on expertise, this professional excels at mentoring global teams, navigating complex stakeholder landscapes and cultivating a culture of continuous improvement. Their adaptability spans diverse industries and regulatory environments, consistently driving operational excellence and cost optimisation. Combining MBA-level business insight with TOGAF, PMP and CSM credentials, they deliver a compelling value proposition as a visionary yet execution-focused architect capable of accelerating enterprise innovation and growth.