PCRA - IT Tech Lead/GPP Architect

We are seeking an IT Tech Lead | Architect to design, develop, and lead enterprise-scale technology solutions across modern cloud-native and distributed application environments. This role is responsible for defining end-to-end solution architectures, leading modernization initiatives, driving enterprise architecture standards, and providing technical leadership for mission-critical applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in cloud platforms, microservices, enterprise integrations, modern application development, and solution architecture. Key Responsibilities Design end-to-end solution architectures aligned with enterprise architecture standards and business objectives. Translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable technical solutions. Architect and deliver cloud-native, API-driven, event-driven, and microservices-based applications. Lead application modernization initiatives supporting both new application development and legacy modernization. Define solution roadmaps that support incremental modernization, continuous delivery, and business capability evolution. Design reusable architecture patterns, shared services, and enterprise integration frameworks. Collaborate with Enterprise and Principal Architects to align technology strategies across business domains. Promote secure-by-design architecture principles, data privacy, and enterprise security best practices. Design enterprise data models and ensure scalable, secure, and compliant data architecture. Develop and maintain enterprise integration solutions using MuleSoft, Kafka, ESB, APIs, and messaging technologies. Evaluate emerging technologies and lead proof-of-concept (POC) initiatives to support innovation. Analyze infrastructure, platform, and application capacity while recommending improvements and technical debt remediation strategies. Lead architecture reviews, technical design sessions, and solution governance activities. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams throughout the software development lifecycle. Serve as the primary technical owner for mission-critical applications, including L3/L4 production support and root cause analysis. Develop technical documentation, architecture diagrams, solution designs, and implementation standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful solution delivery and enterprise alignment. Enforce architecture, security, compliance, and software development standards. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience. 6+ years of experience in Solution Architecture or System Architecture within large enterprise environments. Strong hands-on experience with React.js and/or Angular, Node.js, TypeScript, Java, Python, and Spring Boot. Extensive experience with AWS cloud services including Lambda, ECS/EKS, API Gateway, Amazon S3, DynamoDB, Amazon RDS, and related services. Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or AWS CloudFormation). Strong understanding of microservices, event-driven architecture, domain-driven design (DDD), and enterprise integration patterns. Experience with enterprise integration technologies such as MuleSoft, Kafka, ESB, and API platforms. Strong knowledge of relational databases, database design, normalization, and SQL. Experience implementing secure system design, data privacy, encryption, identity management, and access controls. Experience using software development tools including Jira, Confluence, GitHub Copilot, Visual Studio, Git, and Draw.io. Experience utilizing AI-assisted or agentic AI frameworks for software development and workflow automation. Strong debugging, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and production support experience. Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. Experience leading technical teams and influencing enterprise architecture decisions. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting enterprise application modernization and digital transformation initiatives. Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and governance methodologies. Experience implementing DevSecOps practices and secure software development lifecycles. Experience designing scalable API ecosystems and distributed enterprise platforms. Experience evaluating emerging technologies and leading enterprise proof-of-concept initiatives. #J-18808-Ljbffr Compunnel