Enterprise Solution Architect

Enterprise Solution Architect

Req number:

R6720

Employment type:

Full time

Worksite flexibility:

Hybrid

Who we are

CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated Enterprise Solutions Architect ready to take us to the next level! If you have 7 + years working on enterprise sized applications, strong experience with cloud platforms, and are looking for your next career move, apply now.

Job Description

We are looking for an Enterprise Architect to work across Application Development, Service Delivery, and Infrastructure to identify, research, discuss, design, and implement key architecture standards. This position will be a full-time contract and hybrid in Trenton, NJ.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

• Designing integration strategies for disparate systems, applications, and data sources across the enterprise

• Establishing common interfaces, architecture principles, data standards, and best practices

• Supporting senior management on complex technology initiatives and investment decisions

• Creating an architecture review process to evaluate proposed solutions against standards and strategic objectives

• Collaborating with the security team to ensure solutions meet organizational and regulatory requirements

What You’ll Need

Required:

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

• Knowledge of electronic data processing platforms and software

• Knowledge of database/data dictionary systems and applications

• Knowledge of application portfolio management, software design patterns, application integration, legacy system modernization, and application lifecycle management

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

• Knowledge of infrastructure components, platforms, development tools, middleware, and technology standards (on-prem and cloud-based tech stacks)

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

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

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with various levels of personnel

• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

• Ability to maintain essential records and files

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

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

• Experience in government or regulatory environments

Preferred:

• TOGAF Certification, Certified Enterprise Architect, or similar recognized credentials

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

• Multi-cloud experience (particularly valuable)

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

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

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

• Ability to communicate complex technical strategies in business terms

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards

• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time, with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

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Reasonable accommodation statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.

$106p/h - $113p/h

The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.