aimlroles

Principal AI Architect

Clera getclera.com Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
Remote New York Full-time Senior AI Engineering

At a glance

Senior AI Engineering role at Clera. Remote, United States · full-time · $270,000–$330,000 base.

SalaryStated by Clera
$270,000 – $330,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from CleraOur estimate for the market: $178,750–$239,488Median $207,723
Above the market median of $207,723 for senior AI engineering roles in New York, compared against the New York market.
Worked out from 52 postings that stated pay, median $207,723. Last updated Oct 22, 2026.
RoleAI Engineering
SenioritySenior
LocationNew York
WorkplaceRemote
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$270,000–$330,000
PostedOct 21, 2026 · 1d ago
Role brief

aimlroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Set the technical direction for AI and machine learning systems built for enterprise-scale use
  • Design and launch production multi-agent AI systems, including agentic architectures
  • Create production safeguards and controls that manage model safety
  • Shape real-time data pipelines and modernization work across the platform
  • Lead engineering teams and advise architects on technical decisions

What you bring

  • At least twelve years of professional experience, including leadership in AI/ML architecture and enterprise system delivery
  • You have designed and put multi-agent AI systems into production
  • You bring experience with AI/ML strategy, model safety, real-time data platforms and large-scale SaaS architecture
  • You have cybersecurity, risk management or security ratings experience, plus a record of professional integrity

Who this fits

This senior role suits someone who can set AI architecture direction while leading engineering teams or technical architects. It is hybrid and based in New York City. Visa sponsorship is unavailable.

From the employer

About the Role

Join a cybersecurity company as a Principal AI Architect, leading the design and technical strategy for enterprise-scale AI systems. This senior role will help shape how AI capabilities are built and operated in a security-focused SaaS environment.

What You'll Do

  • Set AI and machine learning architecture direction for large-scale systems serving enterprise customers.

  • Design and deliver production-ready multi-agent and agentic AI architectures.

  • Build guardrails, safety mechanisms, and control systems for AI models in production.

  • Guide real-time data pipeline architecture and platform modernization initiatives.

  • Lead engineering teams and provide technical direction to architects.

  • Apply cybersecurity and risk domain expertise to AI and SaaS platform decisions.

What We're Looking For

  • At least 12 years of professional experience, including leadership in AI/ML architecture and enterprise-scale system delivery.

  • Experience designing and implementing multi-agent AI systems in production.

  • Strong background in AI/ML technical strategy, model safety, real-time data platforms, and SaaS architecture at scale.

  • Experience in cybersecurity, risk management, or security ratings, along with a record of integrity in professional settings.

  • Experience leading engineering teams or managing technical architects.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $270,000 to $330,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid role based in New York, New York.