Systems Delivery Architect (DSC/JH)

ST Engineering; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Singapore is seeking a skilled IT Infrastructure Architect. The role involves strategic design and oversight of infrastructure systems, requiring a minimum of 8 years' experience in architecture and delivery. Candidates should have strong proficiency in security, automation, and cloud technologies. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills are essential for this position. This role is based in Jurong East, Singapore.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in systems infrastructure architecture.
• Strong understanding of security, scalability, and compliance.
• Experience with automation and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the infrastructure architecture.
• Establish architectural best practices.
• Review and guide infrastructure designs.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Stakeholder Management

Effective Collaboration

Innovative Mindset

Education

Relevant Technical Certifications

Tools

VMware vSphere

Microsoft Windows Server

Ansible

Docker

Job description

Role Summary

The role is responsible for the strategic architectural design of IT systems infrastructure projects across enterprise, government, and Defence clients. This role ensures that infrastructure solutions are aligned with business objectives, security requirements, and industry's best practices. Acting as a bridge between technical teams and stakeholders, the candidate drives innovation, architectural excellence, and cross-functional collaboration. The candidate collaborates closely with Tech Leads and engineers, providing architectural guidance and ensuring consistency across the team. The role also interfaces with the Department Manager and external stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs and project goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Design: Define and own the infrastructure architecture, ensuring alignment with business goals and security standards.
• Standards & Governance: Establish and maintain architectural best practices, templates, and compliance frameworks.
• Technical Oversight: Review infrastructure designs, guide Tech Leads, and ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, and maintainable.
• Domain Expertise: Apply knowledge in network and cybersecurity products to support integration into infrastructure solutions.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to translate business needs into robust technical solutions. Lead technical discussions and influence architectural decisions.
• Mentorship & Team Development: Coach Tech Leads and engineers, support career development, and foster a collaborative, high‑performing culture.
• Innovation & R&D: Explore and evaluate emerging technologies for potential adoption to enhance infrastructure capabilities.

Experience

Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in designing, deploying, configuring and integrating systems infrastructure projects. Proven experience in systems infrastructure architecture and delivery. Strong understanding of security, scalability, and compliance in enterprise environments. Familiarity with automation, cloud technologies, and modern infrastructure practices. Prior experience in a Systems Integrator (SI) or product vendor environment is preferred.

Technical Proficiency

• Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• Servers: Dell EMC, HPE, Nutanix
• Virtualization: VMware vSphere, Nutanix AHV, Microsoft Hyper‑V
• Applications: Active Directory, Microsoft Clustering, SCVMM, Certificate Authority
• Asset Management: Axonius
• Monitoring Tools: SolarWinds, Microsoft SCOM
• Patching Tools: WSUS, SCCM, Red Hat Satellite, Tanium
• Backup Solutions: Veritas, Veeam, Dell EMC, Commvault
• Storage Systems: Dell EMC, HPE, Hitachi Vantara, NetApp
• Automation: Ansible, PowerShell, Terraform
• Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
• Security: Experience applying CIS benchmarks and security hardening
• Networking: Good understanding of core networking concepts such as IP addressing, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and firewalls

Core Competencies

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong strategic thinking with the ability to align architecture with business goals. Proven leadership in guiding technical teams and setting architectural standards. Effective collaboration across different domains to ensure consistency and scalability. Innovative mindset with a passion for exploring emerging technologies.

Technical Certifications

Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft, VMware, Red Hat, Nutanix, DELL EMC) are highly desirable.

Work Location

Jurong East