Principal Enterprise Architect

About the position

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Principal Enterprise Architect to lead the design, governance, and evolution of enterprise-wide technology architecture in a fully remote environment. This role is responsible for aligning business strategy with technology solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and long-term sustainability across systems, platforms, and infrastructure. This position is strictly limited to candidates who currently reside in the United States and are legally authorized to work in the U.S. Applications from individuals residing outside the United States will not be considered. Key Responsibilities. Define, maintain, and govern enterprise architecture frameworks, standards, and roadmaps Partner with executive leadership to align IT strategy with business objectives Lead architecture design across application, data, integration, cloud, and infrastructure domains Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that support innovation and efficiency Provide architectural oversight for large-scale, complex programs and initiatives Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and data governance requirements Guide and mentor solution architects, domain architects, and technical teams Develop and present executive-level architecture documentation, business cases, and technology roadmaps Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, product, and operations teams to ensure architectural consistency Support vendor evaluations, technology selection, and enterprise platform decisions Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field; Masters degree preferred Minimum of 12–15 years of progressive experience in IT architecture, including enterprise-level design Demonstrated experience as an Enterprise Architect or Principal Architect in complex environments Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) Deep understanding of cloud platforms, enterprise applications, integration patterns, and data architecture Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive architectural governance Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic planning skills Ability to work independently and lead distributed teams in a remote environment Preferred Qualifications TOGAF, AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud certifications Experience with large-scale digital transformation initiatives Background in regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, government, or telecommunications Strong understanding of cybersecurity architecture and risk management Compensation Annual Salary Range: $165,000 – $215,000 USD, commensurate with experience, expertise, and geographic location Bonus Eligibility: Performance-based annual incentive or executive bonus program Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer matching Paid time off, sick leave, and company-recognized holidays Life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability coverage Executive-level professional development and certification support Flexible remote work arrangements Employee assistance and wellness programs Work Authorization & Residency Requirement Must be legally authorized to work in the United States Must currently reside within the United States Applications from candidates residing outside the U.S. will be automatically rejected.

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