Sr Staff IT Architect

ThermoFisher Scientific; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Sr Staff IT Architect to drive enterprise-scale technology solutions across cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, data analytics, and automation. You will design scalable, standards-aligned architectures and guide digital transformation with cross-functional teams to enable global growth.

The role emphasizes translating business needs into robust designs, setting architectural standards, and shaping the technology roadmap, while leading critical initiatives

Qualifications

• Advanced degree plus 6 years in enterprise architecture with leadership responsibilities.
• Bachelor's degree plus 8 years in enterprise architecture with progressive leadership responsibilities.
• Certifications in AWS, Azure, CISSP or TOGAF are advantageous.
• Deep expertise in cloud architecture, cybersecurity, data/analytics, automation or network infrastructure.
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale enterprise solutions.
• Strong knowledge of modern architectural patterns, frameworks and best practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and services.
• Infrastructure as code, automation, and DevOps practices.
• Strong understanding of security principles and compliance requirements.
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to guide and influence through collaboration.
• Experience supporting technical teams and implementing architectural standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and project delivery frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable, enterprise-wide solutions across cloud, cybersecurity, data analytics, and automation.
• Establish best practices and architectural standards across projects.
• Translate business requirements into robust architectural designs aligned with enterprise standards.
• Lead cross-functional teams and guide digital transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to shape the technology roadmap and drive growth.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Cloud architecture

Cybersecurity

Automation

Data analytics

DevOps

Stakeholder management

Education

Advanced degree in CS/Engineering/IT

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation)

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:

Join our collaborative team at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Sr Staff IT Architect and help drive innovation in technology solutions that enable our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. You'll play a key role in designing and implementing enterprise-wide solutions across multiple domains including cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, AI/ML, data architecture, and automation.

As a technical leader, you'll design scalable solutions, establish best practices, and provide strategic direction for critical technology initiatives. You'll work with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into robust architectural designs while ensuring alignment with enterprise standards. Your expertise will help shape our technology roadmap and guide digital transformation across the organization.

This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced technologies and lead complex projects that have meaningful impact. You'll support technical teams, engage key stakeholders, and help build innovative solutions that enable business growth and operational excellence.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in enterprise architecture with progressive technical leadership responsibilities
• Preferred Fields of Study: Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology or related field
• Industry certifications relevant to specialty area (e.g., AWS, Azure, CISSP, TOGAF) are advantageous
• Deep expertise in one or more specialty areas: cloud architecture, cybersecurity, data/analytics, automation, network infrastructure
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale enterprise solutions
• Strong knowledge of modern architectural patterns, frameworks and best practices
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated services
• Expertise in infrastructure as code, automation, and DevOps practices
• Strong understanding of security principles and compliance requirements
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication abilities
• Demonstrated ability to guide and influence through collaboration
• Experience supporting technical teams and implementing architectural standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail
• Experience with Agile methodologies and project delivery frameworks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.