AI Principal Architect

Job summary

The AI Principal Architect will provide strategic technical leadership to design and develop scalable enterprise architecture solutions across AI, data, and infrastructure. They will also drive automation initiatives, specifically for billing processes, while mentoring technical teams and ensuring responsible AI governance.

Job details

At Nasdaq, we sit at the intersection of technology and financial markets — and the work our architects do shapes how the world's markets operate. As an AI Principal Architect, you'll provide strategic technical leadership across enterprise architecture, intelligent automation, and AI-enabled solutions. You'll translate complex business challenges into resilient, scalable architectures that drive measurable outcomes for our Fintech division and beyond. Responsibilities Lead the design and development of enterprise architecture solutions across applications, data, infrastructure, and AI — aligned with Nasdaq's strategic direction and governance standards. Identify and apply opportunities for AI, machine learning, and intelligent automation to improve efficiency, scalability, and customer outcomes, with a strong focus on responsible use and governance. Drive the order-to-cash automation of billing processes for the Fintech division, delivering end-to-end architectural solutions that are secure, integrated, and scalable. Define product and service specifications for AI-enabled capabilities, collaborating across engineering, operations, and business teams to bring solutions from concept to market. Coach and mentor technical teams on architecture development, planning, and specification reviews — raising the bar on standards across the organization. Qualifications Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline; MBA or equivalent business qualification. Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional architecture initiatives with measurable business impact. Strong understanding of AI governance, responsible use frameworks, model oversight, and secure system integration. Excellent communication skills — able to translate technical complexity for senior stakeholders and influence decisions at the highest levels. Nice-to-Have Relevant certifications in cloud platforms, AI, or automation technologies. Experience in fintech, capital markets, or regulated financial services environments. Demonstrated track record of driving automation-first transformation across large-scale programs. This position will be located in St. John’s and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates. Come as You Are Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.

What you’ll do

The AI Principal Architect will provide strategic technical leadership to design and develop scalable enterprise architecture solutions across AI, data, and infrastructure. They will also drive automation initiatives, specifically for billing processes, while mentoring technical teams and ensuring responsible AI governance.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, with an MBA or equivalent business qualification preferred. Proven experience in leading complex, cross-functional architecture initiatives and a strong understanding of AI governance and secure system integration are required.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment

Listed skills

• Machine learning · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Enterprise architecture
• Intelligent automation
• AI-enabled solutions
• Machine learning
• AI governance
• System integration
• Strategic leadership
• Fintech
• Capital markets
• Cloud platforms
• Automation
• Stakeholder management
• Mentoring
• Data architecture
• Infrastructure design
• Influencing Skills
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Financial Technology (FinTech)
• Intelligent Automation
• Master Planning
• Resilience
• Technical Leadership
• Order To Cash Process
• Artificial Intelligence
• Billing
• Business Continuity Planning
• Capital Markets
• Communication
• Computer Science
• Information Systems
• Data Infrastructure
• Financial Services
• Financial Market
• Governance
• Scalability
• Enterprise Architecture
• Machine Learning
• Operations
• Systems Integration
• Master Of Business Administration (MBA)

Job areas

• Technology
• Software
• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Data & Analytics
• Principal Architect
• Artificial Intelligence Engineer (General)
• Software Developers

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