Senior Enterprise Applications Architect

Role: Senior Enterprise Applications Architect

Location: Hybrid Sacramento CA

C2C

Visa: All Visa Except TN and CPT

Duration: 12 Months contract

Interview: Video

Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Enterprise Applications Architect for a Hybrid assignment with our Sacramento, California base team. This role requires multiple days/wk on-site as determined by the client.

Role Overview

As a Senior Enterprise Applications Architect, you will lead the design and implementation of complex enterprise-wide applications, oversee architecture teams, and serve as the primary technical expert for our enterprise solutions. This senior-level position requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.

Must Haves

• Senior, hands-on enterprise architect with strong communication skills
• Ability to lead and support team members in roles such as solution architect, software engineer, DevOps specialist, and business analyst
• Strong ability to articulate enterprise architecture principles and gather requirements from non-technical business stakeholders
• Excellent presentation skills to different audiences ranging from C-level executives to operational staff with minimal supervision
• Ability to translate business and functional requirements into technical specifications for development teams
• Recent practical experience in enterprise architecture with specific examples
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex enterprise application implementations for clients
• Oversee and mentor teams of IT professionals, ensuring high-quality deliverables
• Provide strategic consulting on enterprise architecture best practices and governance
• Drive client satisfaction through effective communication and solution delivery
• Identify and propose process improvements, automation opportunities, and new technologies
• Engage with client executives to drive value-based solution discussions
• Contribute to business development efforts and proposal creation
• Demonstrate thought leadership in enterprise architecture and systems integration
• Develop architecture blueprints and roadmaps
• Perform technology evaluations and recommend appropriate solutions
• Mentor and educate team members on best practices and industry standards
  
  

Requirements

• 10 years of experience in enterprise IT systems, with at least 5 years focus on enterprise architecture
• 5 years in consulting or senior leadership roles
• 2 years hands-on experience with cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• 5 years hands-on experience with enterprise integration patterns and tools
• 5 years hands-on experience with multiple programming languages and frameworks
• Expert-level proficiency in enterprise application design with at least 2 years' experience in microservices architecture
• Proven track record in designing and implementing scalable, resilient enterprise solutions using industry best practices
• Experience in enterprise architecture assessments and documentation
• Expertise in system security, performance optimization, and disaster recovery planning
• Strong executive presentation and communication skills
• At least 2 years' experience working with service-oriented architecture (SOA) and API management
• 3-5 years' experience with ServiceNow implementation and customization
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement ServiceNow modules such as ITSM, ITOM, and ITBM
• Experience in integrating ServiceNow with other enterprise applications and data sources
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial services, healthcare, or public sector domains
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect)
• ServiceNow certifications (e.g., Certified System Administrator, Certified Application Developer)
• Master's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field
• Multi-domain project experience solving complex enterprise challenges
• Proven consulting experience with a focus on client engagement
• Experience with ServiceNow's low-code/no-code development capabilities
• Familiarity with ServiceNow's AI and machine learning features
• Relevant certifications in AWS, Azure, Google Cloud and/or Oracle Cloud
• Familiarity with AWS, Azure, Google Cloud and/or Oracle Cloud Architecture Frameworks, Best Practices and Design Patterns
• Experience in multi-cloud architecture and hybrid cloud solutions
• Knowledge of cloud cost optimization strategies and FinOps principles