Enterprise Architect 3

Ampcus, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm located in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect 3 to design and maintain enterprise-level architecture that aligns with organizational goals. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in architecting solutions using cloud platforms like GCP, Azure, or AWS. Responsibilities include developing scalable infrastructures, advising on AI projects, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role demands strong communication skills and a comprehensive understanding of enterprise applications.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience architecting enterprise application solutions across on-premises and cloud infrastructure.
• 10+ years of experience architecting solutions in GCP, Azure, or AWS.
• 8+ years of experience in all phases of Machine Learning and AI solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain enterprise-level architecture.
• Evaluate current infrastructure for cloud migration.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.

Skills

Experience architecting enterprise application solutions

Architecting solutions in GCP, Azure, or AWS

Architecting fit-for-purpose service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)

Experience in Machine Learning and AI solutions

Understanding of cloud security frameworks

Familiarity with CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes

Knowledge of API design and management

Knowledge of microservices and cloud-native development

Excellent communication skills

Experience with cloud-based AI/ML services

Cloud Certification (AWS, Azure, Google)

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Enterprise Architect 3. Location: Austin, TX.

I. Description of services:

• Client requires the services of Enterprise Architect 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Enterprise Architect 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Client.
• All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Client and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Client will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).
• Responsible for translating the client's business requirements into specific systems, applications or process designs with interlocked financial modeling for very large complex technical solutions.
• Analyzes customer service requirements and designs service solutions to meet those objectives. Primary expert to construct the specific solution, scope document, risk profile, and corresponding financials.
• Maintains and utilizes detailed industry and internal services knowledge in the construction of industry-leading services solutions, including expert working level knowledge of the processes, technologies, and people components involved in the services arena.
• Uses expertise to construct specific and detailed solutions that encompass process, technology, and staffing plans for customer sales opportunities.
• Constructs risk assessments and corresponding remediation plans relative to complex services proposals. Participates in the construction of detailed financial models that align with complex services proposals.
• Composes Statement of Work or other documents, using departmental automation tools as available, to craft detailed and accurate deliverables that specify processes, technology, staffing, and project management involved in proposed services solutions.
• As needed, provide a "trusted expert advisor" role as a Subject Matter Expert for technical services, to both internal and external customers, ranging from formal advice to internal and external customer presentations.
• Follow all organizational Standard Operating Procedures relative to cost modeling, approvals and reviews, and all other associated workflow and deliverables.

The enterprise architect will be responsible for:

• Design and maintain enterprise-level architecture that aligns with organizational goals and technical requirements.
• Develop scalable, secure, and resilient enterprise infrastructure, ensuring adherence to best practice.
• Evaluate current infrastructure and identify components for cloud migration, creating a detailed migration strategy including timelines and resource allocation.
• Implement and validate migration processes to ensure data integrity and system functionality.
• Ensure compliance of architecture with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Advise on AI/Machine Learning/Deep Learning and generative AI projects, mapping relevant Azure, Google, and AWS services.
• Analyze AI services to extract technical and business insights that inform reference architectures, runbooks, and training content.

Candidate skills and qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

• 10 Years Required: Experience architecting enterprise application solutions across on-premises and cloud infrastructure.
• 10 Years Required: Architecting solutions in one or more of the cloud platforms: GCP, Azure, and AWS.
• 8 Years Required: Architecting solutions that utilize fit-for-purpose service models such as IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
• 8 Years Required: Experience in all phases of Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning solutions using Azure or AWS or google technologies.
• 8 Years Preferred: Strong understanding of virtual networks, VPNs, DNS, load balancers, and firewalls.
• 8 Years Preferred: Understanding of cloud security frameworks, encryption, identity and access management (IAM), and compliance standards like GDPR, HIPAA, etc.
• 8 Years Preferred: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• 8 Years Preferred: Knowledge of API design, development, and management, including RESTful and SOAP APIs.
• 8 Years Preferred: Knowledge of microservices, serverless architectures, and cloud-native application development.
• 8 Years Preferred: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate cloud strategies and solutions to stakeholders.
• 6 Years Preferred: Experience with cloud-based AI/ML services. Examples are Azure Machine Learning, Cognitive Services or AWS SageMaker, Redshift, EC2, Data Pipeline, Kinesis, EMR, Transcribe or Google Cloud Vertex AI, Agent Builder and other AI/ML services.
• 1 Years Preferred: Cloud Certification eg AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Google Professional Cloud Architect.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.