Enterprise Architect

We are seeking an Enterprise Architect in Katy, TX. Responsibilities Implement enterprise-wide architecture standards, principles, and guardrails across application, integration, and platform domains and projects Partner with IT and business leadership to help establish a long-term enterprise architecture vision aligned to business strategy Lead development of business architecture artifacts such as capability maps, value streams, and roadmaps to connect business strategy, operating models, and technology architecture Evaluate emerging technologies and platforms, guiding adoption decisions based on value, risk, and architectural fit Champion scalable, resilient, and sustainable enterprise solutions that balance innovation with operational excellence Own and evolve enterprise architecture vision through project implementation across one or more of the following domains: marketing technology and customer engagement platforms; supply chain, inventory, logistics, and merchandising systems; Store, POS, and unified commerce platforms Guide architectural direction for capabilities such as campaign management, personalization, martech integrations, order management, fulfillment, and in-store operations Identify and drive opportunities to simplify fragmented landscapes, reduce redundancy, and improve interoperability Enable seamless, end-to-end omni-channel experiences through cohesive architecture design Build trusted advisory relationships with senior business, product, and IT leaders Ensure alignment between business priorities, transformation roadmaps, and technology investments Translate business strategy into business capability models, value streams, and target-state projects that guide technology investment and transformation priorities Requirements Experience defining architecture standards, principles, reference architectures, and target-state roadmaps Working knowledge of business, application, and integration architecture Working knowledge of cloud platforms such as GCP, Azure, or similar technologies Working knowledge of data, martech, and digital platforms Strong executive communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes Strong analytical and systems-thinking capabilities Proficiency with productivity and visualization tools such as PowerPoint, Visio, and architecture modeling tools including ARDOQ, BizzDesign, or Abacus Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term architecture vision with near-term business needs Proven ability to influence without authority across product, engineering, and business teams The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP. #J-18808-Ljbffr