Enterprise Architect

Converge Enterprise; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pellera in Houston seeks an Enterprise Architect to bridge business processes and IT capabilities, shaping multi-practice solutions aligned with client objectives. You will present Pellera offerings, guide pre-sales strategy, and craft scalable proposals that drive successful delivery.

The role requires strong communication, business acumen, and knowledge of architecture, security, and reliability, with 20-25% travel to client sites and stakeholders across regions.

Qualifications

• Strong business acumen across multiple domains and processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of industry standards, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Ethical thinking and integrity in client engagements.
• Effective sales and customer service skills for pre-sales activities.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, sometimes high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand goals and propose Pellera solutions.
• Present the Pellera Story to clients with executive-level presentations and discussions.
• Develop detailed proposals and implementation plans focusing on scalability, security, and reliability.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and optimize client business processes via technology.
• Work with regional sales leadership on strategic account planning and execution.

Skills

Business Acumen

Communication

Industry Standards

Ethical Thinking

Sales Skills

Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certifications

Job description

Position Title: Enterprise Architect

Position Location: Greater Houston, TX Area

Job Summary:

The Enterprise Architect plays a key role in supporting the overall growth of Pellera. You will be assisting our clients by scoping and presenting comprehensive multi-practice solutions that align with business objectives. This position requires a deep understanding of both business processes and technical systems to bridge the gap between business needs and IT capabilities. Our advisors play a critical role supporting clients to solve their most difficult business/IT challenges.

This role plays a pivotal part in representing the Pellera story with our clients, vendors and employees. Additionally, the role includes shaping proposals and driving pre-sales strategy ensuring that our professional services are aligned with client business goals. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, business acumen, effective communication, and presentation skills to drive successful solution delivery and business process optimization.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with client stakeholders, including business leaders and IT teams, to understand and analyze goals and objectives. Leveraging our offerings and practice teams to propose Pellera solutions that deliver high value to our clients.
• Present the Pellera Story to our clients via executive level presentations and conversations. Must be able to clearly explain the skills and capabilities of Pellera and reference relevant offerings and success stories ranging from advisory, implementation and managed services engagements.
• Participate in the development of detailed proposals and implementation plans, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability identifyopportunities to streamline and optimizeour client’s business processes using technology. Recommend process improvements and automation solutions that enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work with regional sales leadership on strategic account planning and execution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of various business domains and processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitatecollaboration and convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of industry standards, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Ethical and Critical Thinking
• Excellent sales and customer service skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Management).
• Proven experience in a similar role, with a strong background in solution design and architecture.
• Relevant certifications and/or professional affiliations.

Location and Travel:

Houston, TX - Remote in Houston

Must be able to travel overnight minimally 20-25% of work schedule.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.