At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and delivery of enterprise-grade AI solutions for diverse clients.
- Company: Join a leading Canadian Microsoft Solutions Partner focused on innovation and digital transformation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, health benefits, generous PTO, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team that values continuous learning and celebrates every success.
- Why this job: Shape the future of AI while collaborating with top professionals in a flexible work environment.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in tech consulting with expertise in AI solutions and Microsoft platforms.
The predicted salary is between 135000 - 165000 $ per year.
About Optimus Information
Optimus Information is a Canadian Microsoft Solutions Partner, proudly holding multiple Advanced Specializations in Azure infrastructure migration, data & AI, and application modernization. With over 150 skilled professionals across Canada, LATAM, and India, we deliver digital transformation solutions through a scalable global delivery model. Our culture is built on continuous learning, innovation, and celebrating wins—while maintaining flexible work options and rapid growth opportunities.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits (HSA), and generous PTO.
- Professional growth opportunities with exposure to AI, cloud-native development, modern data platforms, and DevOps.
- Collaborative, supportive teams that thrive on innovation and celebrate every success.
About the Role
Optimus is looking for a Principal Consultant to lead the design, articulation, and delivery of enterprise-grade AI solutions for our customers. This is a senior, customer-facing role that sits at the intersection of AI architecture, Microsoft platforms, presales leadership, and executive communication. This role is for a seasoned technologist who can translate AI potential into scalable, secure, and monetizable solutions, grounded in real business value.
You will act as a technical authority and trusted advisor, shaping solution strategy, leading presales and executive discussions, guiding delivery teams, and representing Optimus in front of CIOs, CTOs, and business leaders.
Presales & Customer Engagement
- Lead technical presales for Data & AI opportunities
- Own solution storytelling - from whiteboarding to executive-level presentations
- Partner with Sales and Practice Leads to shape:
- Solution approaches
- Statements of Work (SOWs)
- Delivery phasing and success criteria
- Act as the technical face of Optimus in customer meetings
AI Solution Architecture & Strategy
- Design scalable, production-ready AI solutions using Microsoft’s AI ecosystem
- Define end-to-end architectures covering:
- Data ingestion and integration
- Model orchestration and inference
- Security, governance, and compliance
- Cost optimization and scalability
- Ensure AI solutions are enterprise-ready, not just POCs
Thought Leadership & Practice Growth
- Contribute to Optimus’ AI offerings, accelerators, and IP
- Stay current with Microsoft’s AI roadmap and emerging patterns
- Mentor architects and senior consultants within the Data & AI practice
- Support internal enablement and best-practice definition
Required Experience & Skills
- 10+ years in technology consulting, architecture, or senior engineering roles
- Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale AI solutions (beyond POCs)
- Strong understanding of applied AI and LLM-based solutions; not required to be a data scientist
- Solid foundation in data platforms and analytics architectures that enable AI at scale
- Deep expertise in the Microsoft ecosystem, including Azure AI and modern data platforms (e.g., Fabric)
- Experience leading technical presales, solution design, and executive-level presentations
- Ability to translate business problems into scalable, secure AI architectures
- Comfortable acting as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, and senior stakeholders
- Excellent communication skills with a balance of technical depth and business clarity
Optional (Nice to Have)
- Experience with Microsoft partner programs, funding, or co-sell motions
- Background in professional services or systems integration environments
Principal Consultant in Vancouver employer: Optimus Information Inc.
Optimus Information is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of continuous learning and innovation, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking to grow in the rapidly evolving fields of AI and cloud technology. With competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and generous PTO, employees enjoy a supportive work environment that values collaboration and celebrates achievements. The opportunity to lead enterprise-grade AI solutions while mentoring others ensures that team members can thrive both personally and professionally in this dynamic setting.
