VMware Infrastructure Architect - Irving, Texas

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Solutions Architect to help shape and drive enterprise infrastructure strategy, architecture, and technical initiatives. In this role, you will influence the development of Information Services strategy, guide infrastructure design and solution architecture, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, business-aligned technology solutions. You will serve as a trusted technical advisor throughout the project lifecycle, with a strong focus on planning, feasibility, analysis, and execution.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in infrastructure design and implementation, enterprise architecture, and technical leadership, along with hands-on expertise in VMware , automation , and modern infrastructure technologies. This role requires the ability to analyze business needs, recommend infrastructure solutions, support technical roadmaps, and ensure alignment with enterprise standards, policies, and strategic objectives. Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder influence skills are essential, as this position works closely with leadership, project teams, and technical partners to drive innovation and operational excellence.

The Infrastructure Architect influences the development and implementation of Information Services (I.S.) strategy, initiatives, and governing policies. He/She conceives solutions, builds consensus, and sells and executes solutions across business areas. This position assists in defining the direction for projects and solution architecture. The Infrastructure Architect supports I.S. leadership by planning and championing the execution of broad initiatives aimed at delivering value to internal and external stakeholders. He/She leverages data, technical, and business knowledge to drive the development of technical frameworks and solutions at portfolio and enterprise levels. This position is involved throughout the project life cycle with emphasis on the initiation, feasibility, and analysis phases., * Contribute to infrastructure architecture strategy and enterprise-wide technology initiatives.

• Lead technical initiatives that support business and Information Services objectives.
• Guide the design, development, and implementation of infrastructure architecture solutions.
• Provide architectural guidance to ensure alignment between technical solutions and business goals.
• Support project management activities, including planning, coordination, and execution.
• Monitor project scope and help manage scope changes or deviations.
• Perform systems analysis and design to support infrastructure and enterprise solutions.
• Analyze business processes and identify opportunities to improve information systems and infrastructure support models.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for enterprise infrastructure strategy, planning, and solution design.
• Provide strategic oversight to ensure infrastructure components are designed in alignment with enterprise standards and long-term architecture direction.
• Monitor emerging technologies, products, and industry trends to recommend innovative solutions.

Additional Responsibilities

• Lead complex technical project reviews to assess solution quality, readiness, and deliverables.
• Assist in the development of technical plans that support business and operational needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop technical resource plans.
• Provide guidance on systems development and infrastructure integration to ensure adherence to strategies, roadmaps, policies, standards, and best practices.
• Review and recommend infrastructure technologies that meet business requirements and align with enterprise strategy.
• Develop and review infrastructure solutions to ensure systems and associated processes align with Information Services strategy.
• Evaluate business processes related to infrastructure management and support to drive operational improvements.
• Ensure infrastructure development and integration efforts consistently follow established enterprise architecture principles and governance standards.

• 8+ Years of VMWare suite of products
• Must Have Experience with VMWare 8 and 9
• Must have Automation Experience with VMA to include Ansible experience

Preferred Experience and Skill Sets:

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Copilot experience is highly preferred

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.