Enterprise Solution Architects - Irving

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Enterprise Solution Architect to define and drive end-to-end technology solutions aligned with business objectives and enterprise architecture standards.

The role requires a strong combination of business understanding, solution architecture, cloud, application architecture, data, integration, security, and technical leadership . The architect will work with business stakeholders, technology leaders, engineering teams, vendors, and delivery teams to transform business requirements into scalable, secure, resilient, and cost-effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end solution architecture for complex enterprise initiatives.
• Translate business requirements into scalable and sustainable technology solutions.
• Develop solution architecture, technical architecture, integration architecture, and deployment architecture .
• Align solutions with enterprise architecture principles, technology standards, security policies, and governance frameworks.
• Evaluate existing systems and define modernization, transformation, and migration strategies .
• Design cloud and hybrid architectures across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP .
• Design microservices, APIs, event-driven, distributed, and cloud-native architectures .
• Define integration strategies across applications, data platforms, SaaS products, legacy systems, and external services.
• Collaborate with Data Architects, AI Architects, Security Architects, Infrastructure Architects, and Application Architects .
• Assess technology options and conduct vendor/product evaluations and POCs .
• Define non-functional requirements including:
  • Scalability
  • Availability
  • Performance
  • Reliability
  • Security
  • Disaster recovery
  • Observability
  • Maintainability
• Review technical designs and provide architecture governance throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Identify architectural risks, technical debt, dependencies, and mitigation strategies.
• Develop architecture roadmaps and technology adoption strategies.
• Ensure solutions meet enterprise security, compliance, privacy, and regulatory requirements .
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering and delivery teams.
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and business stakeholders.
• Support pre-sales activities, solution proposals, estimates, RFP/RFI responses, and client presentations where required.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong experience in Enterprise Architecture and Solution Architecture .
• Strong understanding of:
  • Distributed systems
  • Microservices
  • API architecture
  • Event-driven architecture
  • Cloud architecture
  • Integration architecture
  • Application architecture
  • Data architecture
  • Security architecture
• Strong hands-on understanding of AWS / Azure / GCP .
• Experience with REST APIs, API gateways, messaging, event streaming, and integration platforms .
• Knowledge of technologies such as Kafka, Kubernetes, Docker, API Management, Service Mesh , and cloud-native services.
• Strong understanding of relational and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with CI/CD, DevOps, Infrastructure as Code, observability, and automation .
• Understanding of enterprise security concepts including IAM, encryption, secrets management, network security, zero trust, and data protection .
• Strong knowledge of architecture patterns, principles, and frameworks.
• Experience with architecture tools such as ArchiMate, TOGAF, UML, or equivalent .

AI & Modern Technology Exposure

• Understanding of Generative AI, LLMs, AI agents, and AI/ML architecture .
• Ability to identify opportunities to incorporate AI into enterprise solutions.
• Understanding of RAG, vector databases, AI APIs, and AI governance is preferred.
• Experience integrating AI capabilities with enterprise applications is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering , or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in software/technology architecture, with significant experience in enterprise solution design.
• Experience leading architecture for large-scale digital transformation programs.
• Experience working with multiple technology domains and distributed engineering teams.
• Cloud certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Architect are desirable.
• TOGAF certification is a plus.

Compensation, Benefits and Duration

Minimum Compensation: USD 53,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 188,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full-time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post.