Job Vacancy Principal Microsoft Data & AI Architect

United Kingdom

CGI

Job position Principal Microsoft Data & AI Architect

Permanent

As soon as possible

United Kingdom

Published on 07/05/2026

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At CGI, we help organisations use data and AI to drive innovation and business transformation. As a Principal Microsoft Data & AI Architect, you will design secure, enterprise-scale AI solutions using Azure, Fabric, Copilot, and modern analytics platforms. Working with CGI and Microsoft experts, you will shape technical strategy, support major client programmes, and deliver impactful solutions across industries.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant.

Due to the secure nature of this programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to undergo clearance. This is a hybrid position.

Candidate profile

You will lead the design and governance of Microsoft Data & AI solutions across client engagements, helping organisations adopt secure, scalable, and responsible AI technologies. Working within CGI’s Microsoft AI Centre of Excellence, you will collaborate with technical teams, support strategic opportunities, and mentor colleagues across the business.

Key responsibilities

• Design Microsoft Data & AI architectures

• Deliver scalable AI and analytics solutions

• Support bids and early-stage solution development

• Engage senior client stakeholders

• Embed security, governance, and Responsible AI principles

• Collaborate with CGI and Microsoft specialists

• Mentor architects and engineers

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

You should have strong experience delivering Microsoft Data & AI solutions within enterprise environments, alongside excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Essential skills

• Microsoft Azure Data & AI architecture experience

• Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, OneLake, and Purview

• Experience with AI and Copilot solutions, including RAG patterns

• Understanding of security, governance, and compliance

• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills

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Working environment

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Discover CGI

London, England, United Kingdom

> 1000 employees

IT services

We are a global business with 91,500 professionals across hundreds of locations worldwide, providing end-to-end IT and business process services that drive our clients’ businesses. In the UK alone, we have around 6,000 member-partners working across 19 towns and cities, doing everything from writing complex code to designing sophisticated software solutions. The work we do powers some of the most ambitious projects that touch the lives of many. Our approach sets us apart, characterised by our proximity model, international presence, expertise, and operational excellence. We organise our operations within metro markets where our clients have concentrated footprints, empowering our local teams to build trusted, in-person relationships. As you build your career here, you’ll develop your skills, share your insights, and work side-by-side with colleagues and clients on innovative solutions that address the most complex issues. Our commitment to ownership, flexibility, and being approachable makes us easy to do business with. Join us, and together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action to meet the needs and balance the interests of our clients, shareholders, communities, and each other. Benefits: - Insurance coverage - Medical benefits - Pension plan - Member Assistant Programme - Check4Cancer - Flexible time off - Share Purchase Plan - Member discounts - Dental benefits - Vision benefits - Profit Participation Plan - Health and Wellbeing Programme

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Principal Microsoft Data & AI Architect

CGI