Software Architect
Core
Define and drive enterprise architecture strategies, principles, standards, and technology roadmaps for large-scale, complex, and mission-critical IT systems.
Role type
Senior enterprise software architect
Builds
Enterprise-scale IT solutions, cloud-native and hybrid-cloud architectures, and digital transformation initiatives
Domain
Enterprise IT, Cloud, Public Sector
Required skills
Enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF), Architectural modeling (ArchiMate, UML, BPMN, C4), Service-oriented architecture (SOA), Microservices, Event-driven architecture, API-driven integration, Cloud computing (Microsoft Azure), Enterprise integration (RESTful, SOAP, ESB, messaging), Containerization (Kubernetes), Data architecture (Relational, NoSQL), Cybersecurity architecture (IAM, Zero Trust), DevOps/DevSecOps
Preferred skills
Enterprise Architecture certification (TOGAF), Cloud architecture certification (Microsoft Azure), Architecture governance and review boards, Architecture management tools, Container orchestration (Red Hat OpenShift), Modern data platforms and AI
Technologies
Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes, Red Hat OpenShift, Java, .NET, RESTful, SOAP, ESB, NoSQL, IAM
Responsibilities
Define enterprise architecture strategies and technology roadmaps; Architect and oversee complex, enterprise-scale IT solutions; Translate business needs into comprehensive architectures; Lead architectural design of digital transformation initiatives; Establish and promote architecture governance practices; Mentor solution architects and technical teams; Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions; Lead architectural reviews and identify technical risks.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight