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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Enterprise Architect - **Company:** Do It Best Corp - **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security, Data Integration, IT Management, Interoperability, Machine Learning, Systems Integration, Large Language Models, Technical Debt, Togaf, Information Technology - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gc9qu1 ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field; Master's preferred. + 10+ years of progressive IT leadership, with 7+ years in enterprise or solution architecture. + Experience in retail, distribution, or supply chain technology environments. + Strong knowledge of cloud and hybrid infrastructure, data integration, APIs, and security architecture. + Proven success integrating or applying AI/ML solutions in enterprise environments. + Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to engage executives, board members, and external audiences. + Preferred certifications: TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, or equivalent. Success Measures + Enterprise architecture roadmap aligned with business and IT strategy. + Increased adoption of AI-driven technologies delivering measurable business outcomes. + Strong architecture governance through the COE. + Reduced technical debt and improved system interoperability. ## Description Principal Enterprise Architect Locations: Fort Wayne, IN or Dallas, TX (On-Site) Reports To: Chief Information Officer (CIO) Department: Information Technology Be part of the growth of a new Dallas-based tech center where IT innovation directly empowers independent hardware retailers. Join us in building solutions that strengthen global businesses and shape the future of independent retail. Learn about our upcoming Tech Center: https://www.doitbestonline.com/2025/do-it-best-and-true-value-power-technology-expansion/ Position Overview The Principal Enterprise Architect serves as the strategic "city planner" for Do it Best technology-designing, governing, and advancing the enterprise architecture that supports both current operations and long-term growth. This role leads the Architecture Center of Excellence (COE) and partners with Solution Architects across Business Enablement, Enterprise Enablement, Data & Digital, and Infrastructure to ensure all systems work together cohesively and align with business priorities. The Principal Enterprise Architect works closely with the CIO to develop the enterprise technology roadmap that delivers on the company's mission of enabling success through innovation, data, and ease. Key Responsibilities + Define and maintain the enterprise architecture vision, principles, and roadmap. + Partner with the CIO to develop and maintain the enterprise technology strategy aligned with corporate vision and IT mission. + Lead the Architecture COE to establish standards, reference architectures, and governance practices. + Evaluate and guide the adoption of emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs), to improve productivity, insights, and user experience. + Drive modernization, integration, and data initiatives supporting retail, distribution, and member-facing systems. + Partner with Solution Architects to ensure interoperability, scalability, and security across platforms. + Represent Do it Best in executive forums, steering committees, and industry conferences to share vision, progress, and innovation strategy. + Collaborate across IT and business functions to ensure technology decisions drive enterprise outcomes. ## Related Videos - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Your Manager Doesn’t Come with a User Manual (But You Can Totally Write One)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1495-your-manager-doesn-t-come-with-a-user-manual-but-you-can-totally-write-one) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [Engineering/Manager Pendulum: Generating compound interest on your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100348-engineering-manager-pendulum-generating-compound-interest-on-your-career) ## Related Articles - [Stephan Gillich - Bringing AI Everywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/489-stephan-gillich-bringing-ai-everywhere) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026)