CFOforIT is an AI-forward professional services firm serving IT service providers. This role exists to design, build, and operationalize AI as core infrastructure—not experimentation.
The Principal AI Architect owns the architecture, security, and scalability of AI across
Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, Microsoft 365, and integrated SaaS platforms, enabling CFOforIT to scale revenue and delivery without scaling headcount.
- Health Insurance/HMO
- Enjoy unlimited MadMax Coffee
- Diverse learning & growth opportunities
- Accessible Cloud HR platform (Sprout)
- Above standard leaves
Within 90 days:
- Production-grade Copilot Studio agents deployed with enterprise authentication and security.
- Microsoft 365 data structured and AI-ready.
Within 6 months:
- AI embedded into core workflows with reduced manual effort.
- AI systems operating reliably with minimal founder intervention.
Within 12 months:
- AI capabilities provide measurable competitive advantage.
- Revenue per employee increases through leverage.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and implement enterprise-grade Copilot and Copilot Studio solutions.
- Design secure Microsoft Graph integrations and permission models.
- Build AI-driven workflows using Power Automate and APIs.
- Integrate AI with HubSpot, Karbon, QuickBooks Online, Gusto, and Dialpad.
- Establish AI governance, auditability, and security controls.
- Convert unstructured data into structured, queryable AI knowledge.
Required Qualifications
- 8–15+ years building production systems.
- Deep Microsoft ecosystem experience (Entra ID, Graph, SharePoint, M365).
- Hands-on Copilot Studio and automation experience.
- Strong understanding of AI grounding, RAG, and governance.
Operating Expectations
- High autonomy with direct accountability for outcomes.
- Fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
- Solutions designed for scale, security, and repeatability.
Key Attributes of the Right Person
- Systems thinker focused on durable solutions.
- Treats AI as infrastructure, not experimentation.
- Strong ownership mindset and execution discipline.
- Security-first and risk-aware.
- Able to communicate complex ideas clearly to executives.
Values & Principles Alignment
- Extreme ownership
- Client impact
- Security by design
- Bias for action