Enterprise Solutions Architect

Placements24; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Enterprise Solutions Architect for a fully remote role. You will define the enterprise-wide technology strategy, promote interoperability, and align IT solutions with business objectives across the organization.

You will lead architecture reviews, guide solution architects and development teams, and stay current with industry trends. Requires TOGAF experience and cloud expertise across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, solutions architecture, or IT strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture framework, standards, and principles.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder influence

Strategic thinking

Architectural governance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

TOGAF

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent financial services institution, is seeking a seasoned Enterprise Solutions Architect to join their advanced technology team. This role is 100% remote, allowing you to contribute to critical architectural decisions from anywhere. You will be responsible for defining the enterprise-wide technology strategy, ensuring that all IT solutions align with business objectives, and promoting interoperability and standardization across the organization. This position requires a deep understanding of enterprise architecture principles, a broad knowledge of various technology domains, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity to drive architectural excellence in a leading financial services firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture framework, standards, and principles.
• Design and oversee the implementation of integrated technology solutions that support business strategy.
• Collaborate with IT leaders and business units to identify architectural requirements and opportunities.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and platforms to enhance the enterprise's capabilities.
• Ensure architectural alignment and governance across all IT projects and initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to solution architects and development teams.
• Conduct architectural reviews and ensure compliance with standards.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 9 years of experience in enterprise architecture, solutions architecture, or IT strategy.
• Proven experience in developing and managing enterprise-level IT strategies and roadmaps.
• Strong understanding of architectural domains: business, application, data, and technology.
• Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
• Proficiency in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP), data management, and security architectures.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary of .
• Fully remote position offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development, including advanced training and certifications.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and large-scale enterprise projects.
• Retirement savings plan with generous company contributions.