AI-Native Architect

The future of software engineering is AI-native. Our team works to shape that future through pioneering research, practical engineering methods, and close collaboration with government, industry, and academia.At the AI-Native Software Engineering Directorate, we focus on how today's engineering teams can quickly exploit emerging technologies and harness AI capabilities to create and evolve software quickly without losing fundamental software qualities. To address this new world, we :study and guide industry and government teams’ use of AI in software engineeringdistill best practices and lessons from experiments and experience to shape AI-native software engineeringpilot and transition improvements with organizations and measure their successcreate novel agents and agentic workflows to support software engineeringapply AI to accelerate architecture-scale modernizationhelp organizations establish AI-native software engineering practicesguide organizations in evolving their software with architecture and AI-native approachesOur overarching goal is to create new workflows and tools that enable AI-paced delivery of software without loss of quality. We're seeking candidates with a demonstrated track record who are motivated to shape AI-native software engineering.AI-Native ArchitectAs an AI-Native Architect, you will focus on helping organizations solve architecture-scale challenges with the assistance of AI. Common challenges include modernizing legacy systems, rearchitecting systems to enable insertion of new technologies, and creating new architectures and reference architectures across different domains. New challenges include creation and evolution of agentic workflows, both for business processes and software engineering activities. You will help advance our AI-Native Software Engineering strategy by solving challenges such as:assessing customer system challenges and recommending technical solutionsreviewing existing systems against today's challenges and designing modernization strategiescreating novel architectures and reference architectures to address customer challengescoaching engineering teams in achieving architecture-scale changesarchitecting and prototyping systems and agentic workflowsidentifying opportunities to apply AI to diverse architecture challengessharing experiences, solutions, and practice improvements with the technical community through publications and presentationsYou will have the opportunity to work with world class software engineers, researchers, and data scientists working on national and global scale problems.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesComprehensive knowledge of software architecture and software engineering fundamentalsBroad knowledge of architecture principles, practices, and toolsAbility to quickly learn new problem domains and technologiesA track record of architecting or rearchitecting systems at scaleA track record of aligning development activities with planned architecturesAbility to keep up with and adapt to rapidly changing technical advancesStrong written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey complex technical ideas in a layperson’s terms to stakeholders with different backgroundsProficiency developing task plans or roadmaps to solve complex problemsStrong collaboration skills for working with colleagues and sponsors Willingness and ability to guide and mentor junior team membersRequirementsA bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or related discipline with eight (8) years of experience; OR MS in the same fields with five (5) years of experience; OR PhD with two (2) years of experience.You will be subject to a background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of War security clearance.Willing to travel up to 25% of the time to locations outside of your home location. Travel sites include SEI offices in Washington, D.C., sponsor sites, and conferences.Desired ExperienceExperience leading engineering teams to produce successful outcomes for industry or government projectsSuccessful application of AI to improve software engineering activitiesExperience working with leadership to plan, develop, and deliver an overall technical strategyExperience drafting work proposalsJoining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance. Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!LocationPittsburgh, PAJob FunctionSoftware/Applications Development/EngineeringPosition TypeStaff – RegularFull Time/Part timeFull timePay BasisSalaryMore Information: Please visit “Why Carnegie Mellon” to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world. Click here to view a listing of employee benefitsCarnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. Statement of AssuranceSummaryLocation: Pittsburgh, PAType: Full time