AI Infrastructure Architect

We are seeking an experienced AI Infrastructure Solution Architect to design and support complex, scalable technology solutions across enterprise and service provider environments. This role combines deep technical expertise with a strong commercial mindset, translating business requirements into practical, high-performance infrastructure designs. Role purpose You will act as a trusted technical advisor to customers and internal stakeholders, leading the design of AI-ready infrastructure. This includes resilient, low-latency network fabrics (Core IP/MPLS, data centre networks, mobile and xHaul connectivity) alongside compute, storage, and platform layers. You will play a key role in shaping solution direction, influencing architectural decisions, and supporting strategic technology initiatives. Key responsibilities • Engage with customers to understand business objectives, constraints, and technical requirements, and translate these into scalable AI infrastructure solutions • Lead discovery sessions and solution design discussions with both technical and non-technical stakeholders • Own end-to-end solution architecture, covering networking, compute (including GPU clusters), storage, orchestration, and security • Support pre-sales activities including proposals, solution documentation, and statements of work • Partner with sales teams on strategic opportunities, customer engagements, and account development • Collaborate with internal specialists to ensure alignment and high-quality solution delivery • Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, market trends, and regulatory considerations • Represent the organisation in customer engagements and industry discussions where required Required experience • 5+ years’ experience in pre-sales, solution architecture, or customer-facing technical roles within enterprise, cloud, data centre, or telecom environments • Strong expertise in network infrastructure, including Core IP/MPLS, data centre fabrics, and mobile/xHaul architectures (essential) • Experience with AI/HPC infrastructure requirements, including low-latency networking, GPU-based compute, and high-performance storage • Solid understanding of broader infrastructure layers: compute, virtualisation/containers, storage, and security • Proven ability to engage senior stakeholders and operate in consultative sales environments Desirable qualifications • Vendor or industry certifications (e.g. Cisco, Juniper, NVIDIA, HPE, TOGAF, ITIL, TM Forum) • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience • Experience within regulated industries, service providers, or systems integrators • Additional European language skills Candidate profile • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts • Commercially aware, with the ability to link technical solutions to business outcomes • Experience working with large, complex organisations • Confident in customer-facing environments and influencing decision-making Location and travel This is a hybrid role open to candidates across major European locations. Occasional travel across Europe and internationally may be required. Recruitment process Applications are currently open. Suitable candidates will be contacted following review, with interviews conducted virtually and in person depending on location. Your consultant Michael Deane – Senior Recruitment Consultant specialising in senior technical and commercial hires across enterprise technology. Show more Show less