Enterprise Architect, Atlanta

Job Title: Enterprise Architect

Job Location: Atlanta, GA

Workplace Type: Hybrid (onsite as needed, no set schedule)

Workplace Schedule: Monday through Friday
Job Summary:

The Enterprise Architect is a crucial member of the Enterprise Architecture team, responsible for designing and implementing robust IT architecture solutions that support the organization's mission and strategic goals. This role works closely with the Executive Director of Enterprise Architecture to ensure alignment with overall business strategies.

The Enterprise Architect is responsible for developing and maintaining architecture models that align with business objectives and IT strategy. This includes evaluating and integrating new technologies into the existing architecture to ensure interoperability, scalability, and long-term value. The role also involves establishing and enforcing architectural standards and best practices across IT initiatives.

Working in close collaboration with IT and business teams, the Enterprise Architect provides architectural guidance and ensures that solutions meet stakeholder needs. The role also includes maintaining comprehensive documentation such as diagrams, standards, and guidelines and identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement within the IT architecture. This position requires a proactive approach to risk management and a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Define architecture designs for enterprise-wide solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and performance

Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and technical due diligence for new projects and initiatives

Develop and maintain enterprise architecture frameworks, principles, and best practices to support business goals

Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement with peers and partner teams

Document and communicate architecture designs, decisions, and roadmaps effectively

Perform other duties as assigned

Comply with all organizational policies, standards of work, and code of conduct

Required Minimum Education:

Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field required

Master's in Information Technology or related field preferred

Required Minimum Experience:

Minimum 7 years of experience in software engineering or software architecture

Proven experience breaking down large business problem statements into scalable, actionable technical solutions

Expertise with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and cloud-native architecture

Strong background in microservices, API management, DevOps, and containerization technologies

Experience designing and implementing enterprise integration strategies

Experience leading project or product management initiatives

Preferred Experience:

Experience with healthcare platforms or regulated industry environments

Required Minimum Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to align technology with business strategy

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Certification in enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman)

In-depth understanding of IT security principles, data governance, and regulatory compliance

Knowledge of emerging technologies and their potential impact on enterprise environments

Familiarity with AI/ML, IoT, and blockchain technologies