Enterprise Application Architect

We are seeking a Senior Technology & Infrastructure Leader with deep expertise in enterprise infrastructure, AI/ML platforms, and large-scale transformation programs. This role will drive strategic modernization of datacenters, cloud adoption, and AI/GenAI enablement while ensuring resilience, cost optimization, and regulatory compliance., 1. Infrastructure Strategy & Transformation Lead enterprise-wide datacenter consolidation and modernization programs Define and execute target-state architecture for hybrid and cloud-ready platforms Establish transformation roadmaps across compute, storage, network, and security domains Drive infrastructure standardization to enable scalable and synchronized execution

1. AI/ML, GenAI & HPC Platforms Design and deploy AI/ML and GenAI infrastructure platforms (GPU clusters, HPC environments) Optimize hardware and on-prem/cloud investments for AI workloads Partner with enterprise AI governance teams to accelerate AI adoption

2. Cost Optimization & Vendor Strategy Drive large-scale cost optimization initiatives through vendor renegotiation and rationalization Lead multi-vendor engagements, RFPs, and contract optimization Optimize capacity planning and infrastructure utilization to reduce future spend

3. Cloud & Hybrid Enablement Lead adoption of hybrid cloud architectures with automation and governance Enable seamless integration across on-prem and cloud environments Improve operational efficiency through process standardization and automation

4. Cybersecurity, Risk & Compliance Partner with InfoSec teams to ensure secure transformation aligned with regulatory requirements Enhance security controls, governance frameworks, and audit readiness Align infrastructure capabilities with enterprise security policies

5. Stakeholder & Executive Management Engage with CIO/CTO leadership, business units, and regulators Drive alignment across line of business, infrastructure, and engineering teams Present strategy, progress, and risks to executive committees

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience across capital markets / banking environments, with a proven ability to manage global teams, optimize technology investments, and align infrastructure strategy with business objectives., 20 25+ years in enterprise infrastructure and technology leadership Strong experience in banking / capital markets environments Expertise across: o Enterprise infrastructure (compute, storage, networking, datacenters) o AI/ML, HPC, and GenAI platforms o Hybrid cloud and large-scale modernization programs Proven track record in multi-billion-dollar transformation programs Strong experience in: o Vendor management & commercial optimization o Budget ownership and cost transformation o Regulatory and audit engagements Hands-on understanding of low-latency trading infrastructure (preferred)

Leadership Competencies Executive stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Ability to lead large global teams and cross-functional programs Strong balance of technical depth and business acumen Strategic thinking with delivery-focused execution mindset

Preferred Background Experience with top-tier institutions (e.g., global banks, HPC/AI firms, telecom providers) Exposure to GPU platforms (A100/H100 class), AI infrastructure, and secure compute environments Prior consulting or transformation leadership roles

Education Bachelor s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field Advanced certifications in cloud, AI, or infrastructure technologies (preferred)