Chief Architect

NTT DATA Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 143,000 - 238,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Disability coverage

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. is seeking a Chief Architect for our Washington, DC operations to lead and shape enterprise architecture across the client landscape. You will guide architectural governance, develop transformative cloud strategies, and partner with executive stakeholders to align IT with business objectives.

The role demands deep experience in federal programs, cloud/hybrid environments, and ITIL v4. You will mentor teams, drive innovation, and articulate metrics for performance and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years' experience functioning as a Chief Architect on major federal agency mission critical network and application development efforts.
• 5+ years' experience architecting the transformation from traditional On Prem- Cloud/Cloud Hybrid.
• ITIL V4 Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of the client's Business Architecture, Information System and Technology, Data Architecture, Architectural Programs and Initiatives, Architectural Governance, Research and Development, and provide Architecture Consultancy.
• Assist in the identification of architectural tools and processes.
• Understands the client's operational environment, client requirements and expectations of program operations.
• Facilitates development and operations of systems, networks, and applications.
• Leads development of solutions across all aspects of services environment including Data Centers to deliver enhanced user experience.
• Interacts with specialists and utilizes their contributions to ensure secure application deployment and network operations.
• Trains and motivates team members in latest technologies, methodologies, and approaches.
• Drives innovation and improving performance of the applications and networks.
• Aligns with the client's strategic organizational business plans, cultivates relationships with business stakeholders, trusted advisor who assists in the development and maintenance of current and future state business architecture.
• Incorporates innovations that enhance performance and responsiveness across all operations. Strong verbal and written communications required.
• Develop architectural metrics and reports for the executive team, business, and IT Management.

Skills

10+ years experience as Chief Arch

Cloud/On-Prem transformation

ITIL v4 Certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

Job description

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NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us.

We are currently seeking a Chief Architect to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia (US-DC), United States (US).

Job Duties:

• Assist, as requested, in the development and implementation of the client'sBusiness Architecture, Information System and Technology, Data Architecture, Architectural Programs and Initiatives, Architectural Governance, Research and Development, and provides Architecture Consultancy.
• Assist in the identification of architectural tools and processes.
• Understands the client'soperational environment, client requirements and expectationsof program operations.
• Facilitates development and operations of systems, networks, and applications.
• Leads development of solutions across all aspects of services environment including Data Centers to deliver enhanced user experience.
• Interacts with specialists and utilizes their contributions to ensure secure application deployment and network operations.
• Trains and motivates team members in latest technologies,methodologies, and approaches.
• Drives innovation and improving performance of the applications and networks.
• Aligns with the client'sstrategic organizational business plans, cultivates relationships with business stakeholders, trusted advisor who assists in the development and maintenance of current and future state business architecture.
• Incorporates innovations that enhance performance and responsiveness across all operations. Strong verbal and written communications required.
• Develop architectural metrics and reports for the executive team, business, and IT Management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience
• Minimum 10 years' experience functioning as a Chief Architecton major federal agency mission critical network and application development efforts.
• Minimum 5 years' experience architecting the transformation from traditional On Prem- Cloud/Cloud Hybrid
• ITIL V4 Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to manage to budgets, timeframes, and delivery schedules as required by client.
• Skilled in leading development of cloud ready/cloud native applications using leading technologies and methodologies.
• Possess Cloud Architect Certifications
• Preferred Certification(s): at least 2 High level technology certification (examples include MCSE, LPIC-3, CCNP, or equivalents)

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this role is $142,725 - $237,875. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. If the position offered in temporary, the position will not be eligible for incentive compensation.

This position is eligible for company benefits including:

• medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution
• flexible spending or health savings account
• life and AD&D insurance
• short and long term disability coverage
• paid time off
• employee assistance
• participation in a 401k program with company match
• additional voluntary or legally-required benefits

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners.NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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