Enterprise Architect SME (Remote Opportunity)

Veterans EZ Info Inc; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect SME to oversee enterprise-level architectural leadership for the Department of Veterans Affairs. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience and deep expertise in hybrid cloud architecture and healthcare data integration. This is a fully remote position offering competitive benefits including medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) with Employer Match

PTO + Federal Holidays

Corporate Laptop

Training and Development Opportunities

100% Remote Opportunity

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, systems engineering, or technical leadership.
• Proven experience with hybrid cloud/on-premise infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of system security, compliance, and disaster recovery best practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior architectural lead across interconnected systems.
• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture artifacts such as integration strategies.
• Ensure alignment of architecture with long-term goals for data migration and analytics.

Skills

Cloud/on-premise architecture

Healthcare data integration

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Security compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

InterSystems IRIS

Oracle

SQL Server

Azure cloud services

Job description

Overview

VetsEZ is seeking a remote Enterprise Architect SME to provide enterprise-level architectural leadership in support of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This role will oversee technical strategy and system design for large-scale, hybrid healthcare data platforms, including the VX130 ecosystem. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in cloud/on-premise architecture, healthcare data integration, and enterprise modernization within federal environments.

The candidate must reside within the continental US.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior architectural lead across interconnected systems including VX130, mirrored IRIS environments, Azure-hosted services, and on-premise infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture artifacts such as integration strategies, technical roadmaps, system topology, and data flow documentation.
• Ensure alignment of architecture with long-term goals for data migration, syndication, and analytics within VA-hosted and external environments.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance on infrastructure scalability, system performance, high availability, backup/recovery, and security compliance.
• Lead design reviews and ensure development teams follow architecture standards and federal compliance guidelines (e.g., ATO).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including infrastructure, application development, and data engineering—to implement end-to-end solutions.
• Engage directly with government stakeholders to present architectural strategies, respond to mission needs, and support transition planning.
• Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support team objectives and ensure the success of the project.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 15+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, systems engineering, or technical leadership roles in mission-critical environments.
• Proven experience with hybrid cloud/on-premise infrastructure, including Azure cloud services and enterprise data centers.
• Deep knowledge of enterprise database platforms such as InterSystems IRIS/Caché, Oracle, and SQL Server.
• Expertise in healthcare data integration, metadata-driven design, and interoperability standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR).
• Strong understanding of system security, compliance, performance optimization, and disaster recovery best practices in federal environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting technical solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with VA systems including VX130 and VistA modernization efforts.
• Familiarity with enterprise messaging platforms such as InterSystems Ensemble or Health Connect.
• Certifications such as TOGAF, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect, or SAFe Architect.
• Experience supporting large-scale modernization initiatives within federal healthcare programs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• PTO + Federal Holidays
• Corporate Laptop
• Training and Development Opportunities
• 100% Remote Opportunity

VetsEZ is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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