Architect, Enterprise

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Savings Account

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability leave

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Employee Assistance Plan

401K match

Job summary

ABS Wavesight is seeking an Enterprise Architect to lead the creation and governance of architecture models and roadmaps in support of ABS’s enterprise initiatives. You will shape system, data, security, and process architectures and oversee cross-functional teams across geographies.

The role requires strong communication, deep EA expertise, and hands-on experience with architecture principles and modeling tools, along with a background in large-scale enterprise applications and modern IT

Qualifications

• Proven experience in systems architecture, data architecture, design, and development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with EA frameworks (e.g., Zachman, TOGAF, FEA, etc.) preferred.
• Experience as a lead architect with the enterprise-scale application.
• Solid grounding in core enterprise applications and IT infrastructure.
• Experience with Java, J2EE, C#, .NET, Oracle, SQL Server, NoSQL, Cloud, and Mobility.

Responsibilities

• Innovate and evangelize the application of IT technology in solving evolving needs of the enterprise.
• Use standards and best practices to create and support the Enterprise Architecture Governance program.
• Work across various domains of IT and business to facilitate the adoption of the architecture vision.
• Create artifacts and communicate significant aspects of any architectural initiatives to the stakeholder.
• Develop and guide architecture development efforts in system, information, data, security, process, and reporting.
• Lead/assist development program, and project and manage a team in multi-cultural and geographical environments.
• Perform audit and health check of the system implementation to ensure architectural principles are followed.
• Lead a peer of architects and build teams.
• Research new technology trends and PoC feasibility.
• Create roadmaps and plans for technology adoption in support of business needs.

Skills

Systems architecture

Data architecture

Architecture design

Communication skills

EA frameworks

Enterprise modeling tools

Java/J2EE/.NET

Cloud/NoSQL/Databases

Strategic thinking

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Tools

Enterprise Architecture modeling tools

Job description

Job Description

The Enterprise Architect is responsible for the creation, maintenance, and management of ABS architecture models and their lower-level components. This position will interpret, use and apply information contained within ABS architecture to inform a range of business improvement activities, particularly those involved in the design, development, enhancement, and maintenance of ABS support systems.

Preferred locations for this role are Houston, Texas or Knoxville, Tennessee.

What You Will Do

• Innovate and evangelize the application of IT technology in solving evolving needs of the enterprise.
• Use standards and best practices to create and support the Enterprise Architecture Governance program.
• Work across various domains of IT and business to facilitate the adoption of the architecture vision.
• Create artifacts and communicate significant aspects of any architectural initiatives to the stakeholder.
• Develop and guide architecture development efforts in various areas like system, information, data, security, process, and reporting.
• Lead/assist development program, and project and manage a team in multi-cultural and geographical environments.
• Perform audit and health check of the system implementation to make sure architectural principles are correctly followed.
• Lead a peer of architects and build teams.
• Research new technology trends and determine the feasibility of it performing Proof-Of-Concept (POC).
• Create roadmaps and plans for technology adoption in support of business needs.

What You Will Need

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent subject
• 10 or more years of professional experience in IT or related fields.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Proven experience in systems architecture, data architecture, design, and development.
• Exceptional understanding of the organization s business goals and objectives.
• Experience with EA frameworks (e.g., Zachman, TOGAF, FEA, etc.) preferred.
• Experience as a lead architect with the enterprise-scale application.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent process/architecture/systems modeling skills (e.g., BPMN, UML, ER, etc.)
• Experience using Enterprise Architecture modeling tools.
• Ability to conduct research into emerging technologies and trends, standards, and products as required.
• Ability to strategically consider all sides of an issue within the context of time, breadth, and range of options.
• Solid grounding in core enterprise applications as well as technical knowledge of IT infrastructure.
• Experience with Java, J2EE, C#, .NET, Oracle, SQL Server, NoSQL, Design Patter, Cloud, and Mobility is required.
• Excellent planning, customer service, and analytical skills.
• Obtain a working knowledge of the Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management System.

Reporting Relationships

The incumbent reports to a Manager, Director, or Executive level position. This position does not have any direct reports.

About Us

About ABS Wavesight

ABS Wavesight is the new ABS Affiliate maritime software as a service (SaaS) company dedicated to helping shipowners and operators streamline compliance while maintaining competitive,more efficient, and sustainable operations. Our mission is to develop world-class software products that improve vessel performance for the health of our seas, environment and self. The ABS Wavesight portfolio is comprised of best-in-class proprietary technology and third-party integrations that offer unparalleled insight into every aspect of a fleet’s operations. Backed by ABS’s 160-year legacy of maritime innovation and experience, our products are collectively installed on more than 5,000 vessels across the global fleet. Learn more about ABS Wavesight by visiting www.abswavesight.com .

About Our Benefits

ABS Wavesight proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families.

• medical insurance (PPO and HD)
• dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings account (HSA)
• Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
• life insurance
• accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• disability leave programs
• parliamental leave program
• paid holidays
• paid vacation time
• The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers additional support in personal wellness, including work-life services.
• ABS Wavesight also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.

Equal Opportunity

ABS Wavesight is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.

Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job.