GenAI Platform Architect & Security Lead at Aviva

Are you an experienced Lead Architect or Security Specialist with a passion for GenAI? If you're looking to advance in your career, Aviva has the perfect opportunity for you. Join our brand-new CIO Gen AI Platform team, where you will be instrumental in delivering a cutting-edge Gen AI platform. This platform aims to provide a universal framework to architect, build, test, deploy, and operate Gen AI capabilities that can be leveraged across various business and technology use cases.

About the Role

Aviva is creating several new GenAI roles for our innovative team. As the GenAI Architect, you'll be responsible for the architecture and design of GenAI capabilities throughout our organization. You will collaborate closely with software/data engineers, business teams, product owners, and senior stakeholders to deliver top-notch, scalable GenAI solutions. In addition, you'll work directly with enterprise architects and GenAI vendors/CSPs to align product roadmaps and drive future capabilities aligned with business requirements and industry trends. Prioritizing features and staying current with the latest advancements will be crucial aspects of your role.

This role will be located in Bristol or London, adhering to Aviva's "smart working" policy, which involves spending around half of the time in the office.

Skills and Experience Required

• Expertise in Systems Architecture, Engineering principles, and DevSecOps for distributed systems with microservices, Integration/API-first approaches, and data engineering.
• Proficiency in Cyber Security architecture, design, and implementation.
• Hands-on experience in GenAI architecture, design, and delivery (e.g., LLM’s and RAG integration, GenAI services/use cases/orchestration, Prompt Engineering, Security, Responsible AI, LLMOPs).
• Proficiency in AWS (EKS)/Azure, Python/Java, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
• Strong communication skills, with a track record of building positive relationships with senior stakeholders, providing technical leadership, and driving change.

What You'll Get for This Role

At Aviva, we believe in our purpose – with you today, for a better tomorrow – and we extend this promise to our colleagues. Here are some of the benefits you can expect:

• Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Bonus opportunity – 12% of annual salary, performance-dependent.
• Generous pension scheme – Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on your input.
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts.
• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and the Save As You Earn scheme.
• Supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave.
• Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options like cycle to work.
• Opportunities to make a difference with 3 paid volunteering days to help others.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and tools.

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Aviva is for Everyone

We are committed to inclusivity and welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you're excited but unsure if you tick every box, please apply anyway. We encourage everyone, regardless of gender or if you're in a job share, to apply.

We offer flexible locations, hours, and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our employees enjoy smart working, combining the benefits of flexibility with time spent with colleagues.

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Please submit your application online. If you need an alternative method of applying, contact Abigail Aitken at +44 7774 789975 or via email at .