Principal Technical Advisor And Enterprise Systems Architect Work From Home

Quantrics Enterprises Inc.; Manila; Remote; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantrics Enterprises Inc. is seeking a Principal Technical Advisor & Enterprise Systems Architect to define enterprise architecture strategy while remaining hands-on in software development and engineering leadership.

The role spans architecture, software engineering, and AI strategy to deliver scalable platforms and systems. As a senior technical authority, you will mentor teams, establish standards, govern technical governance, and align technology initiatives with business priorities across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information technology, or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of IT experience including software engineering, solution architecture, and enterprise systems design.
• Experience as a Principal Architect, Enterprise Architect, or equivalent senior leader.
• Hands-on software development using object-oriented principles and enterprise design patterns.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain enterprise architecture blueprints and governance frameworks.
• Lead production-quality software components and large-scale backend systems.
• Drive AI adoption strategies and governance for enterprise ecosystems.
• Mentor architects, leads, and engineers; promote engineering excellence.

Skills

Enterprise Systems Architecture

Software Engineering

Systems Design

AI Strategy

Technical Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering/Information Technology

Advanced degree in CS/SE/IT or Enterprise Architecture

Job description

Job Description:

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Principal Technical Advisor & Enterprise Systems Architect serves as the senior technical authority responsible for defining enterprise architecture strategy while remaining actively engaged in software development, solution design, and engineering execution. This role bridges executive technology vision and hands-on engineering leadership by driving architectural direction, guiding strategic technology investments, and contributing directly to the delivery of critical platforms and systems.

The position provides enterprise-wide leadership across architecture, software engineering, and emerging technologies. Working closely with executives, architects, and engineering teams, the role develops scalable technology roadmaps, drives AI adoption strategies, establishes architectural standards, and mentors technical talent. Success in this role requires balancing strategic planning with active participation in coding, solution delivery, innovation initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Enterprise Architecture and Technical Strategy

• Define and maintain enterprise architecture blueprints to support scalability, resilience, maintainability, and long-term technology objectives.
• Establish architecture standards, engineering principles, and governance frameworks to guide enterprise solution delivery.
• Evaluate technical debt, architecture risks, and technology investments to support informed business and technology decisions.
• Lead build-versus-buy assessments to ensure alignment with strategic and operational objectives.

Software Engineering Leadership

• Develop production-quality software components to support critical enterprise applications and platform capabilities.
• Design and implement large-scale backend systems, enterprise integrations, and event-driven architectures that support business growth and operational reliability.
• Develop proof-of-concept solutions and prototypes to evaluate emerging technologies and architectural approaches.
• Establish coding standards and engineering best practices that improve quality, maintainability, and delivery effectiveness.

AI Strategy and Innovation

• Lead the enterprise AI integration strategy by identifying opportunities to incorporate AI-enabled capabilities into enterprise systems and processes.
• Design and govern AI adoption frameworks that address privacy, security, compliance, and responsible technology usage.
• Assess emerging AI technologies and recommend implementation approaches that maximize business value.
• Support the integration of generative AI, retrieval-augmented generation, and intelligent workflow capabilities into enterprise ecosystems.

Technical Leadership and Mentorship

• Mentor architects, technical leads, and software engineers through direct collaboration, code reviews, design reviews, and technical coaching.
• Promote engineering excellence by demonstrating hands-on technical leadership and active contribution to solution delivery.
• Guide technical decision-making across complex programs and strategic initiatives.
• Foster a culture of innovation, learning, quality, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Stakeholder Engagement and Business Alignment

• Translate complex technical concepts into actionable business strategies and executive-level roadmaps.
• Collaborate with business leaders, product teams, and engineering stakeholders to align architecture strategy with business priorities.
• Provide expert technical guidance during strategic planning, technology modernization, and transformation initiatives.

COMPETENCIES

Core Competencies (Must-have Competencies)

• Enterprise Systems Architecture: Ability to design, govern, and evolve enterprise-wide architecture frameworks, standards, and solution strategies that support business and technology objectives.
• Software Engineering Excellence: Ability to design, develop, and deliver complex software solutions while maintaining hands-on technical leadership and engineering credibility.
• Systems Design and Integration: Ability to architect large-scale backend platforms, database architectures, distributed systems, and event-driven solutions that meet enterprise requirements.
• AI Strategy and Enterprise Adoption: Ability to evaluate, govern, and integrate emerging AI technologies into enterprise ecosystems while ensuring responsible and secure implementation.
• Technical Leadership and Mentorship: Ability to influence engineering direction, coach technical teams, drive architectural decisions, and establish engineering best practices.

Complementary Competencies (Good-to-have Competencies)

• Technology Innovation Management: Ability to identify emerging technologies and transform them into practical business solutions and strategic advantages.
• Executive Communication: Ability to communicate architecture strategies, technical risks, and business value propositions to executive leadership.
• Governance and Risk Management: Ability to establish technical governance frameworks that address security, privacy, compliance, and operational sustainability.

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational Qualification/s

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline.

Preferred:

• Advanced degrees in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Enterprise Architecture, or a related field.
• Industry-recognized architecture, cloud, or enterprise technology certifications are considered an asset.

Professional Qualification/s

• Minimum 15 years of experience in information technology, including significant experience in software engineering, solution architecture, and enterprise systems design.
• Demonstrated experience serving as a Principal Architect, Enterprise Architect, Lead Architect, or equivalent senior technology leadership role.
• Extensive hands-on software development experience utilizing object-oriented programming principles and enterprise design patterns.
• Proven experience designing and building enterprise-scale systems, backend services, integration platforms, and event-driven architectures.
• Experience leading enterprise architecture programs, technical governance initiatives, and strategic technology transformations.
• Strong understanding of AI technologies, generative AI concepts, governance frameworks, and enterprise AI adoption strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor technical teams and influence enterprise-wide engineering practices.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, business communication, and executive presentation skills.
• Experience evaluating and implementing secure, scalable, and highly available technology solutions.

Work Conditions

• PH Time: 8:00 PM - 5:00 AM PHT