Enterprsie Architect – AI & Digital Transformation

Glider AI; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Professional development

Job summary

Glider AI is seeking an Architecture Principal to lead enterprise-scale AI and digital transformation initiatives for Fortune 500 clients. This strategic leadership role defines enterprise architecture, drives modernization programs, and secures scalable technology solutions across AI, cloud, data, APIs, and integration.

You will partner with CIOs, CTOs, and business leaders to translate strategic objectives into roadmaps, mentor architecture teams, and shape reusable reference architectures.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading enterprise-scale AI and digital transformation programs.
• Experience partnering with executive leadership and influencing enterprise technology strategy.
• Strong background in Enterprise Architecture and large-scale modernization initiatives.
• Expertise in AI-first architecture, cloud platforms, data platforms, API strategy, and microservices.
• Experience with Agentic AI implementations and modern AI architectures.
• Strong understanding of Digital Engineering, Cloud, Analytics, API Management, Enterprise Integration, and Security.
• Experience building enterprise architecture practices and governance models.
• Strong knowledge of Enterprise Architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar.
• Experience leading large teams of architects and providing technical coaching and mentorship.
• Strong understanding of Agile and Lean delivery methodologies.
• Ability to translate business strategy into enterprise technology roadmaps.
• Experience defining reusable transformation frameworks and architecture standards.
• Excellent communication, executive presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business stakeholders to understand strategic objectives and translate them into scalable technology solutions.
• Design enterprise-wide architecture that is secure, scalable, resilient, and aligned with business goals.
• Lead enterprise architecture assessments and develop modernization roadmaps.
• Define short-, medium-, and long-term transformation strategies for large-scale digital initiatives.
• Provide architectural leadership across AI, cloud, data, APIs, microservices, and enterprise integration.
• Drive enterprise-wide AI adoption and digital transformation programs.
• Develop reusable reference architectures, frameworks, solution blueprints, and engineering best practices.
• Lead solution evaluations and technology selection for complex enterprise environments.
• Guide architecture teams through design reviews, governance, and technical decision-making.
• Build trusted relationships with executive stakeholders, including CIOs, CTOs, and other business leaders.
• Drive innovation through Proof of Concepts (POCs), emerging technologies, and enterprise modernization initiatives.
• Contribute to proposals, client presentations, and go-to-market offerings.
• Represent the organization through industry forums, publications, conferences, and thought leadership initiatives.

Skills

AI-first architecture

Executive stakeholder engagement

Enterprise architecture

Cloud platforms

APIs & microservices

Agency AI implementations

Agile/Lean

Communication & presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/IT

Equivalent progressive professional experience

Tools

TOGAF or Zachman

Open-source tech

Job description

Locations (Onsite):

• Houston, TX
• Charlotte, NC
• Somerset, NJ
• Tempe, AZ (Hub)

Relocation Assistance:

Relocation package is available for eligible candidates.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Architecture Principal to lead enterprise-scale AI and digital transformation initiatives for Fortune 500 organizations. This is a highly strategic leadership role responsible for defining enterprise architecture, driving modernization programs, influencing executive stakeholders, and delivering innovative, scalable, and secure technology solutions.

You will work closely with business leaders, engineering teams, and client executives to build future-ready architectures that accelerate digital transformation through AI, cloud, modern application development, and enterprise platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business stakeholders to understand strategic objectives and translate them into scalable technology solutions.
• Design enterprise-wide architecture that is secure, scalable, resilient, and aligned with business goals.
• Lead enterprise architecture assessments and develop modernization roadmaps.
• Define short-, medium-, and long-term transformation strategies for large-scale digital initiatives.
• Provide architectural leadership across AI, cloud, data, APIs, microservices, and enterprise integration.
• Drive enterprise-wide AI adoption and digital transformation programs.
• Develop reusable reference architectures, frameworks, solution blueprints, and engineering best practices.
• Lead solution evaluations and technology selection for complex enterprise environments.
• Guide architecture teams through design reviews, governance, and technical decision-making.
• Build trusted relationships with executive stakeholders, including CIOs, CTOs, and other business leaders.
• Drive innovation through Proof of Concepts (POCs), emerging technologies, and enterprise modernization initiatives.
• Contribute to proposals, client presentations, and go-to-market offerings.
• Represent the organization through industry forums, publications, conferences, and thought leadership initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience leading enterprise-scale AI and digital transformation programs.
• Experience partnering with executive leadership and influencing enterprise technology strategy.
• Strong background in Enterprise Architecture and large-scale modernization initiatives.
• Expertise in AI-first architecture, cloud platforms, data platforms, API strategy, and microservices.
• Experience with Agentic AI implementations and modern AI architectures.
• Strong understanding of Digital Engineering, Cloud, Analytics, API Management, Enterprise Integration, and Security.
• Experience building enterprise architecture practices and governance models.
• Strong knowledge of Enterprise Architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar.
• Experience leading large teams of architects and providing technical coaching and mentorship.
• Strong understanding of Agile and Lean delivery methodologies.
• Ability to translate business strategy into enterprise technology roadmaps.
• Experience defining reusable transformation frameworks and architecture standards.
• Excellent communication, executive presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading enterprise digital transformation programs valued at $10M+ with measurable business outcomes.
• Strong business understanding across one or more industry domains.
• Deep expertise in one or more of the following:
• API & Microservices
• Customer Experience Platforms
• CRM & Commerce Platforms
• Analytics & Data Platforms
• Content Management
• SaaS/PaaS Solutions
• Experience with modern open-source technologies and frameworks.
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases and distributed architectures.
• Ability to review architecture, application design, code, configurations, and data models.
• Experience creating go-to-market offerings and reusable solution accelerators.
• Active participation in industry conferences, publications, patents, or intellectual property initiatives.
• Experience working within global delivery organizations and cross-functional teams.

Education

• Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Equivalent progressive professional experience will also be considered.

Work Authorization

• Candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Employer-based visa sponsorship is not available for this position, now or in the future.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Relocation Assistance for eligible candidates
• Continuous learning, leadership development, and career growth opportunities

Why Join Us?

Join a team shaping the future of Enterprise AI and Digital Transformation. You'll work on high-impact initiatives, collaborate with industry-leading architects and executives, influence enterprise technology strategy, and help build next-generation platforms that power innovation at scale.

If you're passionate about enterprise architecture, AI, cloud technologies, and driving meaningful business transformation, we'd love to hear from you.