Principal Enterprise Architect

Harnham; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is seeking a Principal Enterprise Architect to lead enterprise architecture efforts and drive transformation initiatives. The role requires a strong background in cloud migration, modern architecture patterns, and a proven ability to influence teams. Candidates should possess over 10 years of experience in enterprise architecture, coupled with excellent communication skills. Preferred qualifications include cloud certifications and experience with CI/CD pipelines. This position mandates onsite readiness to start within the next two months.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture or large-scale transformation.
• Experience architecting solutions across CMS and analytics platforms.
• Hands-on experience with authentication and authorization frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve enterprise architecture strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead large-scale initiatives including cloud migration and system integration.
• Guide and mentor architects while fostering collaboration.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Cloud migration

Microservices

APIs

Kubernetes

NoSQL

CI/CD pipelines

Technical communication

Education

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

Job description

*This role requires a candidate who can begin onsite within the next two months; readiness to start on Day 1 in person is mandatory.

Overview

We are partnered with a large, complex organization in the technology sector undergoing a multi-year digital, platform, and cloud transformation. This role sits within a digital platforms organization supporting customer-facing and internal systems at enterprise scale.

The Principal Enterprise Architect will serve as a hands-on technical leader responsible for defining enterprise architecture strategy, setting standards, and delivering scalable, secure, and modular solutions that enable both operational and analytical use cases.

This is a highly visible role partnering with engineering, platform, security, analytics, and business leaders to drive meaningful transformation.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve enterprise architecture strategy aligned with business goals and industry best practices
• Design modular, scalable, and secure architecture patterns across digital platforms
• Lead large-scale initiatives including cloud migration, IT modernization, and system/vendor integration
• Act as the technical authority across portfolios, ensuring consistency and architectural rigor
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, analytics, security, and business stakeholders
• Guide and mentor architects while fostering strong collaboration and execution
• Ensure solutions meet security, performance, and compliance standards
• Proactively identify risks and solve complex technical challenges

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, platform engineering, or large-scale transformation
• Experience architecting solutions across CMS, analytics platforms, and identity/access management
• Strong background with modern web and backend technologies (e.g., microservices, APIs, Kubernetes, NoSQL)
• Hands-on experience with authentication and authorization frameworks
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Public cloud and/or architecture framework certifications (e.g., TOGAF)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern deployment strategiesExposure to observability, performance optimization, accessibility, and SEO at scale
• Experience integrating AI-driven or intelligent systems into enterprise platforms
• Proven ability to influence, gain consensus, and drive execution across teams
• Track record of leading and scaling high-performing technical teams
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, complex, enterprise environments