Principal AI Architect
 BMC Software, Inc | |
$240,375 - $400,625
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 United States, California, Santa Clara | |
 Jan 22, 2026 | |
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BMC empowers nearly 80% of the Forbes Global 100 to accelerate business value, faster than humanly possible. Our industry-leading portfolio unlocks human and machine potential to drive business growth, innovation, and sustainable success. BMC does this in a simple and optimized way by connecting people, systems, and data that power the world's largest organizations so they can seize a competitive advantage.
We are seeking an exceptionally skilled Principal AI Architect to lead and execute the implementation of AI initiatives within the organization. This hands-on leadership role involves collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering, product and AI teams to design, prototype, and implement scalable, production-grade AI solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in AI technologies, a proven track record of shipping production code, and the ability to translate complex architectural visions into robust, deployable systems.
Here is how, through this exciting role, YOU will contribute to BMC's and your own success:
To ensure you're set up for success, you will bring the following skillset & experience:
Our commitment to you! BMC's culture is built around its people. We have 6000+ brilliant minds working together across the globe. You won't be known just by your employee number, but for your true authentic self. BMC lets you be YOU! If after reading the above, You're unsure if you meet the qualifications of this role but are deeply excited about BMC and this team, we still encourage you to apply! We want to attract talents from diverse backgrounds and experience to ensure we face the world together with the best ideas! BMC is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status as a protected veteran. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page. BMC Software maintains a strict policy of not requesting any form of payment in exchange for employment opportunities, upholding a fair and ethical hiring process.
The annual base salary range represents the low and high end of the BMC salary range for this position. Actual salaries depend on a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training, licensure, and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of BMC's employee compensation package. Other rewards may include a variable plan and country specific benefits. At BMC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at /near the top of the range. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $240,375 - $400,625 | |