Senior Enterprise Architect ( Onsite)

Job Title:

Senior Enterprise Architect ( Onsite)

Location:

Atlanta, GA

Duration:

6 Months

Pay Rate:

$120/hr on C2C

Interview Process:

Webcam Or In Person

Note:

Only LOCAL candidates are considered for this position

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1.Strategic Leadership

• Develop and maintain a forward-thinking enterprise architecture strategy that supports CLIENT's mission and objectives

• Collaborate with executive leadership to align IT initiatives with business goals and transportation needs

• Lead and mentor a team of Enterprise Architects specializing in Security, Data, Applications, and Infrastructure domains

• Oversee and guide Solutions Architects across various sub-departments

• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing within the Enterprise Architecture team and across the IT division

• Ensure that all architectural decisions and initiatives contribute to CLIENT's strategic goals of safety, system preservation, project delivery, mobility, and employee development

• Support and Shepherd the IT division in its role as a critical enabler of CLIENT's mission, identifying opportunities to leverage technology for transformative impact

2. Team Leadership and Development

• Build, manage, and develop a high-performing team of Enterprise Architects across various domains

• Guide and manage the various Solution Architects throughout the organization

• Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations for team members

• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to grow architectural capabilities

• Foster collaboration between the Enterprise Architecture team and other IT and business units

• Implement a holistic approach that addresses People, Process, Technology, and Culture dimensions of change

• Partner closely with PMO to drive and support change management for both internal and external customers

• Recommend and oversee organizational structures such as Communities of Practice, Centers of Excellence, Guilds, Change Control Boards, and Architectural Review Boards

• Design and implement collaborative structures that create alignment and foster innovation across IT departments

3.Stakeholder Engagement

• Gather requirements and insights from diverse stakeholders, including leadership, customers, and frontline staff

• Facilitate collaborative decision-making processes to ensure all voices are heard and considered in architectural decisions

• Build strong relationships with internal and external partners to drive technology adoption and success

• Engage with transportation experts to understand how technology can best support CLIENT's mission of innovation, safety, sustainability, and mobility

• Act as a bridge between IT and other CLIENT divisions, ensuring technology solutions are aligned with operational needs

4. Collaborative Standards Development and Governance

• Facilitate the co-creation of enterprise architecture standards and best practices through inclusive, cross-functional workshops and working groups

• Foster a culture of shared ownership in architectural standards by involving stakeholders from various departments in the development process

• Establish and chair Architectural Review Boards as needed to govern technology decisions and ensure alignment with enterprise standards

• Design and implement effective Change Control processes that balance governance with agility

• Lead and oversee Communities of Practice, Centers of Excellence, and Guilds to promote knowledge sharing and standardization

• Guide the establishment of flexible governance processes that encourage adherence to standards while allowing for innovation and agility

• Lead regular, collaborative reviews of standards to ensure they evolve with emerging technologies and changing business needs

• Ensure that architectural standards align with and support CLIENT's goals, particularly in streamlining processes and improving access for small businesses

• Develop and implement strategies to communicate the value and benefits of standards across the organization, encouraging voluntary adoption

5. Research and Innovation Initiatives

• Spearhead research initiatives to explore emerging technologies and their potential applications within CLIENT

• Organize and facilitate proof-of-concept (POC) projects to test innovative solutions in real-world scenarios

• Lead hackathons and innovation challenges that bring together diverse teams to solve complex transportation problems

• Establish partnerships with academic institutions, research centers, and industry leaders to stay at the forefront of technological advancements

• Create and maintain an innovation lab or sandbox environment where teams can experiment with new technologies and approaches

• Develop a framework for evaluating and scaling successful POCs and hackathon outcomes into enterprise-wide solutions

• Foster a culture of continuous learning and experimentation across the IT division and broader CLIENT organization

6. Solution Architecture Support

• Mentor and guide Solutions Architects, ensuring they have the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed

• Collaborate with Solutions Architects to align their work with the broader enterprise architecture vision

• Facilitate knowledge transfer and cross-pollination of ideas between different architectural teams

• Ensure that solution architectures contribute to CLIENT's goals of project delivery and mobility enhancement

7. Technology Enablement

• Develop and implement training programs to enhance the technical capabilities of CLIENT IT staff

• Identify emerging technologies and evaluate their potential impact on CLIENT's operations

• Lead proof-of-concept initiatives to test and validate new technologies before broader adoption

• Focus on technologies that can enhance safety, sustainability, and mobility in Georgia's transportation system

• Champion the role of IT as a strategic enabler, demonstrating how technology drives CLIENT's mission forward

8. Communication and Change Management

• Articulate complex architectural concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Develop and execute change management strategies to support the adoption of new architectural approaches

• Create and maintain documentation to support the understanding and implementation of enterprise architecture principles

• Communicate how architectural initiatives support CLIENT's vision of increasing Georgia's competitiveness through transportation leadership

• Promote the value of IT initiatives in enabling CLIENT's mission across the organization

• Partner closely with PMO to implement effective change management practices that address both technical and human aspects of transformation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; Master's degree preferred (or equivalent experience as an Enterprise Architect or Chief Enterprise Architect)

• 10 years of experience in enterprise architecture, with a focus on government or transportation sectors a plus;

• Proven experience leading teams of architects and technical professionals

• Experience establishing and managing organizational structures such as Communities of Practice, Centers of Excellence, and Architectural Review Boards

• Demonstrated background in addressing People, Process, Technology, and Culture dimensions of organizational change

• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman)

• Experience guiding and managing Solution Architects across different business domains

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization

• Proven track record of leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives

• Experience with cloud technologies, data analytics, and emerging technologies such as AI and IoT

• Knowledge of transportation systems and smart city concepts is a plus

• Demonstrated ability to align technology initiatives with organizational missions and goals

• Experience in positioning IT as a strategic enabler in large organizations

• Strong partnership capabilities, particularly in collaborating with PMO to support change initiatives

Top Skills & Years of Experience

Recruiter Details:

Name: Sameer at gsksolutions dot com

Contact : Seven one nine- Two three nine- Five five five five