Principal Enterprise Architect - Observability & Monitoring

Truist Financial Corporation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned technology architect to lead the transformation of their technical infrastructure. This role involves developing enterprise architecture principles and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product innovation. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in architecture and design within the banking sector, demonstrating strong analytical and strategic thinking skills. Join a dynamic team focused on modernizing technology solutions and ensuring secure, resilient application delivery. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 20 years of architecture/design experience with 15 years in enterprise architecture.
• Strong knowledge of architecture principles and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop technology infrastructure architecture roadmap and design.
• Lead technology infrastructure initiatives critical to the organization.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Strategic Thinking

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Regular or Temporary: Regular

Language Fluency: English (Required)

Work Shift: 1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

Teammate reports to the head of enterprise architecture for technology infrastructure. They will focus on system architecture elements consumed enterprise-wide with a focus across the breadth of technical operations elements of technical infrastructure required to accelerate hybrid cloud transformation from AIOps analysis and execution components through the ecosystem of observability technologies. Leads in the development of enterprise architecture principles, patterns, standards, and practices for technical operations architecture solutions (e.g., AIOps, Observability, Monitoring, Logging, Scanning) and their incorporation into infrastructure platforms and utilization by the application portfolio as well as adherence to those practices. Partners closely with Platform and Product Line Executives in the architecture, design, and stakeholder management of DCIO level cross-functional teams (Tech Delivery and Operations, Business, Risk, Cyber, Data) as well as support organizations (HR, finance, etc.) to drive product innovation & optimization to ensure the delivery of secure resilient application consumable solutions to the customer.

Applies advanced knowledge of banking technology and IT architecture principles to identify and evaluate alternatives across the constantly evolving landscape of technical operations architectures and solutions. Leads the selection of methodologies, tools, and components for the technical operations elements of total IT solutions.

Provides guidance and support for solution architects on the implementation of technical operations within complex architectural patterns on a variety of multi-platform systems. Develops technical operations architecture plans and reviews cost and feasibility of alternatives while ensuring the plan supports the strategic needs of the company. Interprets internal/ external business challenges and recommends best practices on selecting and adopting technical operations solutions. Uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

1. Top down technology infrastructure architecture roadmap development and design with focus on enabling software defined infrastructure implementation, provisioning and consumption, along with collaboration with infrastructure and application technology leaders and risk partners to refine and instantiate a hybrid cloud strategy reflecting corporate objectives/strategy and risk appetite.
2. Architect cross-cutting enterprise infrastructure solutions that span across multiple CIOs and domains and across the spectrum of technology infrastructure platforms.
3. Provide thought leadership based on hands-on experience in the development and modernization of technology infrastructure standards enabling modern approaches to technology resiliency.
4. Set, adapt, and instantiate strategic direction for technology infrastructure in alignment with the Business Strategy and Technology standards and provide thought leadership in the development of an enterprise strategic IT plan.
5. Maintain a high level of awareness and understanding of existing and emerging infrastructure technologies, as well as industry and bank issues, to effectively match them.
6. End to end accountability to review and approve design solutions that are fit-for-purpose in meeting the business needs of the enterprise while continuing the evolution of the technology landscape.
7. Lead or "jump start" technology infrastructure initiatives deemed critical to and Truist's technology services.
8. Provide thought leadership in new technology innovation, incubation, introduction and implementation critical to Truist's technology and business strategy roadmaps and ongoing success.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field
2. Twenty (20) years of architecture/design/delivery experience which includes fifteen (15) years of enterprise architecture experience or twenty years' solution architecture experience in technology and security, and ten years of banking/financial business domain
3. Comprehensive experience with various architectural domains including infrastructure and complementary domains such as application, data, and integration
4. Strong analytical and broad architectural skills
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills
6. Strong negotiation/facilitation skills
7. Significant knowledge of current and emerging architecture principles, methodologies and tools
8. Experience as negotiator with vendors for relevant products and services
9. Demonstrated competency in strategic thinking with ability to differentiate feasible from academic solutions
10. Demonstrated thought-leadership skills with the ability to translate high-level business planning information into application needs/solutions
11. Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products
12. Ability to travel, occasionally overnight

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master's degree preferred

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.

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