SoNJ-JOB ID - 44750-Enterprise Solutions Architect

Goodfit; Trenton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodfit, on behalf of the State of New Jersey, seeks an Enterprise Solutions Architect in Trenton. The role spans across application development, service delivery, and infrastructure to define architecture standards and integration strategies for disparate systems.

A hybrid schedule is preferred (3 days onsite, 2 days remote), with flexibility. The candidate will lead architecture reviews, align solutions to regulatory requirements, and collaborate with security to ensure compliant designs.

Qualifications

• Experience designing enterprise architectures across applications, data, and infrastructure.
• Ability to align architecture with regulatory requirements and security standards.
• Proven track record leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives.
• Familiarity with multi-cloud environments and modern software lifecycle practices.
• Strong communication skills to articulate complex concepts to executives.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, discuss, design, and implement architecture standards.
• Design integration strategies across systems, applications, and data sources.
• Create an architecture review process aligned with standards and objectives.
• Collaborate with security to meet regulatory requirements.
• Support senior management on complex technology initiatives and investments.
• Present architectural strategies to executive leadership.

Skills

Decision making under uncertainty

Data modeling

Data governance

Data warehousing

Enterprise architecture

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Executive presentation

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

TOGAF/EA credentials

Job description

Job Title- Enterprise Solutions Architect

Location-Trenton, New Jersey Hybrid

Client-State of NJ

Job Description

Works across Application Development, Service Delivery, and Infrastructure to identify, research, discuss, design, and implement key architecture standards.

The individual in this role will require a combination of deep technical expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills, requiring someone who can think strategically while understanding the practical implications of architectural decisions across the entire organization. A key responsibility involves designing integration strategies for disparate systems, applications, and data sources across the enterprise. This includes establishing common interfaces, architecture principles, data standards, and best practices. The role will support senior management on complex technology initiatives and investment decisions. Additionally, create an architecture review process to evaluate proposed solutions against standards and strategic objectives. Collaborate with the security team to ensure solutions meet organizational and regulatory requirements.

A hybrid work schedule of 3 days onsite 2 days remote is preferred, but willing to discuss other arrangements as little as one day onsite a week for the right candidate.

Required/Desired Skills

Skill

Required /Desired

Amountof Experience

Consultant Experience

Ability to make informed decisions under uncertainty, weigh multiple factors/constraints, consider long-term implications of architectural choices

Required

7

Knowledge of electronic data processing platforms and software.

Required

7

Knowledge of database/data dictionary systems and applications.

Required

7

Knowledge of application portfolio management, software design patterns, application integration, legacy system modernization, app lifecycle mgmt.

Required

7

Knowledge of data modeling, data governance, master data management, data warehousing, analytics platforms, and data quality frameworks.

Required

7

Knowledge of infrastructure components, platforms, development tools, middleware, and technology standards. Both on-prem and cloud-based tech stacks.

Required

7

Ability to prepare clear, accurate, informative reports/documentation on database systems, including creation/maintenance of data dictionary docs.

Required

7

Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and stakeholders at all levels.

Required

7

Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with various levels of data center and department personnel

Required

7

Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Required

7

Ability to maintain essential records and files.

Required

7

Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency.

Required

7

Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position.

Required

7

Experience in government or regulatory environments.

Required

7

TOGAF Certification, Certified Enterprise Architect, or similar recognized enterprise architecture credentials that demonstrate formal training.

Highly desired

7

AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certifications. Multi

Highly desired

7

Multi-cloud experience is particularly valuable.

Highly desired

7

Proven track record leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives, cloud migrations, or enterprise modernization programs from start to end.

Highly desired

7

Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern software development lifecycle practices.

Highly desired

7

Comfort presenting to executive leadership, board members, or external stakeholders.

Highly desired

7

Ability to communicate complex technical strategies in business terms.

Highly desired

7