Enterprise Architect: AI

ZS; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive total rewards package

Robust skills-building programs

Career progression paths

Job summary

ZS is seeking an Enterprise Architect in Thousand Oaks, California, who will evolve the Technology Advisory Practice and shape technology roadmaps. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of experience in designing enterprise-scale architectures and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related fields. Responsibilities include designing scalable solutions, mentoring junior team members, and supporting business development. ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package and a culture that fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience designing enterprise-scale architectures.
• Strong engineering mindset with a track record of building reliable frameworks.
• Experience delivering GenAI/LLM architectures focusing on production readiness.

Responsibilities

• Design robust, scalable solutions aligned with industry standards.
• Lead agentic AI architecture and delivery, including multi-agent workflows.
• Partner with engineering teams to productionise agentic AI systems.

Skills

Enterprise-scale semantic/solution architectures

Cloud strategy

IT transformation

Application portfolio assessment

Agentic AI / multi-agent systems

Client communication

Stakeholder management

Agile delivery

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field

Job description

Enterprise Architect – Technology Advisory Group

The Enterprise Architect will work closely with ZS practice leadership to evolve the Technology Advisory Practice, enrich practice assets and collaterals, build and manage client relationships, generate new business engagements, and provide thought leadership in technology and architecture.

The Technology Advisory Group ensures a future‑proof technology stack that balances innovation speed with streamlined delivery of business capabilities.

What You'll Do

• Design robust, scalable solutions aligned with ZS and industry standards, leveraging existing assets while tailoring to client needs.
• Lead agentic AI architecture and delivery, including multi‑agent workflows across data, applications, and business processes.
• Define agentic AI reference architectures (orchestration, tool/function calling, routing, memory/state, guardrails) aligned to security, compliance, and scalability.
• Partner with engineering teams to productionise agentic AI systems (evaluation, observability, human‑in‑the‑loop, safe deployment).
• Develop and scale reusable assets by codifying patterns, components, and delivery playbooks for consistent execution.
• Facilitate architecture and design working sessions with internal and client stakeholders to align on solutions and implementation approaches.
• Shape technology roadmaps with Architecture & Engineering leadership and support delivery teams to execute against plans.
• Build POVs by staying current on emerging technology trends and architecture patterns.
• Mentor junior team members and drive experimentation/POCs on new technologies and patterns.
• Support business development through solution shaping and client conversations.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience designing enterprise‑scale semantic/solution architectures.
• Strong engineering mindset with a track record of building reliable, reusable architecture frameworks and assets.
• Experience in one or more areas such as cloud strategy, IT transformation, or application portfolio assessment.
• Hands‑on experience designing and implementing agentic AI / multi‑agent systems, including orchestration, tool integration, and workflow automation.
• Experience delivering GenAI/LLM architectures (e.g., RAG, prompt + policy design, evaluation) with a focus on production readiness, scalability, and risk controls.
• Ability to translate business problems into solution designs and guide teams through end‑to‑end delivery from concept to deployment.
• Strong client communication, stakeholder management, and comfort operating in fast‑paced environments.
• Experience evaluating platforms/technologies, recommending options, and developing implementation/adoption POVs.
• Experience scaling technology solutions to solve complex business problems; familiarity with agile delivery and short release cycles.
• Demonstrated technical leadership, mentorship, and collaboration skills.
• Fluency in English
• Client‑first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem‑solving approach

How You’ll Grow

• Cross‑functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s‑curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.