Senior Enterprise Architect

NTT
United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Agile Methodology Business Software Cloud Computing Cyber Security Data Centers Service-Oriented Architecture Systems Integration Zachman Framework Enterprise Software Applications IT Architecture Togaf Information Technology

Job description

The Sr. Enterprise Architect is an advanced subject matter expert responsible for leading the design of complex technology solutions and driving the strategic vision and direction for the company’s largest enterprise clients.

This role is accountable for creating the blueprint for technology-enabled business transformation and providing direction to clients and the industry at large on how to best align technology investments with strategic outcomes.

The Senior Enterprise Architect combines deep cross-domain technology expertise and business acumen to design multi-tower IT strategies and roadmaps aligned with clients’ key business objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs), and measurable outcomes.

Job Description

In this role you will: Lead the design of large, complex technology solutions by collaborating with cross-functional technical teams to create client solutions that enable business outcomes and integrate technology across multiple domains, delivery units, and geographies.

Work closely with the sales team to actively participate in the presales process with clients - including meetings, proposals, solution design, and executive presentations.

Translate clients’ business strategies and desired outcomes into comprehensive IT strategies and roadmaps, positioning the company’s full portfolio of technology capabilities to drive end-to-end solution design.

This role is perfect for you if you have: *

Lead complex solution architecture engagements with clients and coordinate with internal technology teams to align solutions to business requirements and outcomes. *

Integrate applications, data, and technology across multiple towers such as Networking, Cloud, Data Center, Cybersecurity, Digital Workplace, and Business Applications. *

Contribute to the company’s knowledge base by sharing best practices and solution blueprints with internal teams and clients. *

Leverage deep understanding of clients’ businesses and industries to tailor technology solutions that deliver measurable value and improved performance. *

Develop business cases and technology roadmaps to optimize operations and enable measurable business value across multiple technology domains. *

Interpret, influence, and develop enterprise IT strategies, ensuring alignment with client priorities and strategic direction. *

Define architectural principles and apply them to guide governance, standardization, and technology adoption. *

Develop current-state (As-Is), future-state (To-Be), and transition architectures to define modernization and transformation roadmaps. *

Manage large-scale application and technology portfolios using industry frameworks, lifecycle methodologies, and modeling tools. *

Create both strategic and solution architectures that span multiple technology towers and integrate across the enterprise. *

Synthesize emerging technology trends with client business imperatives to create innovative, value-driven solutions. *

Lead cross-technology solution integration across domains, ensuring cohesive architecture and interoperability across systems and platforms. *

Requirements

8-10 years of experience in Information Technology; Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field preferred. *

Advanced experience as a lead architect with multi-domain (technology and geography) exposure. *

Broad knowledge across Enterprise Architecture, Solution Architecture, and multiple technology domains - such as Cloud, Networking, Security, Data Center, Applications, and Digital Workplace. *

Deep understanding of how technology solutions impact and enable business outcomes across industries. *

Advanced understanding of IT systems, applications, and infrastructure design across multiple towers. *

Advanced expertise in Information Security, Quality Management, and applying architectural and security principles. *

Proficiency in Information Architecture, Data Modeling, and Systems Integration techniques. *

Experience in architecture frameworks, design thinking, and reference architectures (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman, SOA). *

Strong industry expertise, capable of aligning technology solutions to specific industry needs and challenges. *

Certifications such as TOGAF (preferred), SOA, or Scaled Agile (advantageous). *

Proven experience in consulting or technology solution roles within large-scale, global technology organizations. *

Advanced experience across enterprise applications, networking, cloud, data, and digital solutions. *

Exceptional client engagement and consulting experience, including needs assessment, change management, and identifying future opportunities. *

Strong business development and pre-sales experience, including the ability to position and articulate multi-domain technology solutions. *

Broad understanding of business processes, applications, and infrastructure architecture and how they integrate to deliver enterprise-scale solutions. *

About the company

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 part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in RD.

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