Executive Director, AI Architect, Strategist

AI architect shaping agentic AI strategy, governance, and reference architectures for Wells Fargo’s banking businesses. Building prototypes and guiding responsible enterprise adoption in a regulated environment.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeCharlotte • California, District of Columbia, North Carolina, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $185,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Artificial Intelligence Solutions, AI Architecture, and Machine Learning, with a strong focus on developing frameworks and standards for scalable and reliable AI systems. Proven ability to influence enterprise-level architecture decisions and communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

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Artificial Intelligence Solutions ExperienceAI Architecture ExpertiseMachine Learning PrototypingTechnical Strategy DefinitionExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

AI ArchitectureMachine LearningData ArchitecturePrototypingFramework DevelopmentArchitectural GuidanceAI GovernanceKnowledge SystemsAgentic AICapital Markets Technology

Soft Skills

Influencing StakeholdersWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Industry Keywords

Enterprise AIScalabilityReliabilityGovernanceObservabilitySecurityOperational ExcellenceRegulated EnvironmentsTechnology RoadmapsBuild-Versus-Buy Considerations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and evolve architectural frameworks, reference patterns, and standards for AI and agentic systems
Develop and communicate thought leadership, position papers, and strategic recommendations shaping enterprise AI direction
Build working prototypes and reference implementations to validate emerging technologies and architectural approaches
Evaluate industry trends, technologies, and market developments to identify strategic opportunities
Partner with business, product, data, technology, risk, compliance, and innovation teams on AI solution design and implementation
Establish best practices for scalability, reliability, governance, observability, security, and operational excellence
Advise stakeholders on architecture decisions, platform strategy, build-versus-buy considerations, and technology roadmaps
Translate complex technical concepts into recommendations for senior business and technology leaders
Influence large-scale initiatives through expertise and thought leadership rather than formal authority
Help ensure responsible and effective implementation of AI capabilities aligned with organizational requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of Artificial Intelligence Solutions experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, education
7+ years of experience in AI, software architecture, machine learning, data platforms, or related technology disciplines
Recognized expertise in areas such as agentic AI, AI architecture, AI governance, retrieval and knowledge systems, AI platforms, data architecture, or capital markets technology
Ability to define technical strategy and influence enterprise-level architecture decisions
Strong hands-on technical capabilities, including building prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and reference implementations
Experience developing frameworks, standards, patterns, or architectural guidance adopted and scaled by others
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for technical and executive audiences
Experience operating in highly regulated environments is preferred
Ability to influence diverse stakeholder groups without direct management authority
Must be able to work from an eligible Wells Fargo office under the hybrid schedule
Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Ability to travel up to 30% of the time
Compliance policies may apply to outside activities and personal investing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
401(k) Plan
Paid time off
Disability benefits
Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
Parental leave
Critical caregiving leave
Discounts and savings
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarships for dependent children
Adoption reimbursement
Incentive opportunities may be available