Hiring: Principal Architect - QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey Company: QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey Location: Chicago, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 07:38:21 Target Skills & Keywords : AWS, Azure, Data Pipeline, GCP, Kind, MLOps, Machine Learning, Serverless About the job Experience: •10+ years of experience in software engineering or solution architecture, with demonstrable success building and operating complex systems Required Skills: •Combine deep expertise in full-stack engineering and advanced AI systems to deliver transformative outcomes for clients. •Design and build scalable, production-grade solutions, spanning data pipelines, machine learning models, and modern application layers, seamlessly integrating them into client ecosystems to address complex business challenges and drive measurable impact. •Bridge technical and business teams, ensuring seamless communication and alignment. Whether leading technical builds, scoping ambiguous problems, or advising on strategy and ROI, you will flex across technical and consulting skill sets to meet clients where they are and deliver sustainable impact. •By combining your technical expertise, consulting acumen, and ability to lead high-impact engagements, you will help clients solve their most pressing challenges and contribute to McKinsey’s reputation for delivering innovative, technology-driven solutions. •10+ years of experience in software engineering or solution architecture, with demonstrable success building and operating complex systems •Deep expertise in full-stack development across frontend, backend, and cloud infrastructure, with strong command of data engineering, AI/ML systems, and deployment architectures •Proven experience designing, implementing, and optimizing AI solutions encompassing data pipelines, model training and serving, and production MLOps •Proficiency in modern cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and familiarity with containerization, orchestration, and serverless technologies Qualifications: •Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!