Enterprise Architect
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Are you a strategic technology leader who enjoys shaping enterprise-scale solutions and influencing long-term application strategy? As a Senior Enterprise Architect (contract), you ll play a critical role in developing and implementing the Firm s enterprise application architecture partnering closely with fellow architects and senior leaders to design future-state solutions that align with business objectives and architectural vision.
In this role, you ll balance strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, guiding architecture governance, evaluating emerging technologies, and collaborating across business and Information Technology (IT) teams to deliver secure, scalable, and value-driven application solutions.
- Enterprise Application Architecture Leadership Contribute to the development of target-state application architecture that supports the broader Enterprise Architecture and Architecture Vision while addressing stakeholder needs.
- Strategic Alignment Ensure application architectures align with organizational solution goals, standards, and long-term business objectives.
- Architecture Standards & Governance Develop and maintain reference architectures, architecture building blocks (ABB), standards, and guidelines to ensure secure, compliant, and consistent technology solutions.
- Technology Selection & Oversight Guide the evaluation, selection, and implementation of technology platforms and solutions that best meet enterprise needs.
- Roadmap & Capability Planning Identify solution and capability gaps, and define strategies and roadmaps to drive continuous improvement.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with stakeholders across the organization to identify, prioritize, and support strategic initiatives.
- Innovation & Trend Analysis Stay current on emerging application and technology trends, assessing potential impact and value to the organization.
- Executive Communication Clearly communicate application target states, roadmaps, and progress updates to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
- Team & Practice Leadership Lead and influence architects, technology owners, and subject matter experts to deliver cohesive, enterprise-wide solutions., To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools including our proprietary platform Pete & Gabi Rebecca to support parts of the interview process. These tools help us:
- transcribe interviews,
- summarize candidate responses,
- generate job-related insights
- streamline communication and scheduling.
Please note that
- AI does NOT make hiring decisions.
- All decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.
- The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits.
- It is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.
If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.
Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):
For certain positions, you may participate in:
- a technical interview
- a coding challenge
- a case study
- a client-specific assessment.
We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.
Human Review & Selection:
Every candidate s profile including interviews, conversations, and assessments is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.
AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.
Your Rights as a Candidate
At PTP, every candidate has the right to:
- Request a non-AI interview path
- Ask how your data is being used
- Request access to transcripts or interview recordings
- Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview
- Receive clear, timely communication
Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience
Requirements
- Education Bachelor s degree in computer science, information systems, data science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience 8+ years of experience in an Enterprise Application Architecture function, preferably within a global organization.
- Architecture Expertise Strong knowledge of architecture governance, application design patterns, and industry best practices.
- Standards & Governance Development Proven experience establishing and implementing architecture governance, standards, procedures, and guidelines.
- Platform & Technology Knowledge Hands-on experience with platforms such as Microsoft M365, SharePoint, Microsoft Azure, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Salesforce, MuleSoft, and ServiceNow.
- Leadership & Change Management Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence outcomes, and drive change across complex environments.
- Communication & Collaboration Excellent communication, diplomacy, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across business and IT teams.
- Delivery Methodologies Experience delivering value within both Agile and traditional project management lifecycle (PMLC) environments.
- Analytical Thinking Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess trade-offs and design practical, scalable solutions.
- Preferred Enhancements MBA, experience within a large professional services organization, vendor management experience, Artificial Intelligence (AI) frameworks and governance practices, and strong executive presentation skills.
- Certifications Preferred certifications include TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) and Microsoft Azure Cloud certifications.
- Tools Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and Visio.
Benefits & conditions
Salary/Rate: $75-$100/HR (depends on experience level). This is a contract position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week.
