Principal Enterprise Architect

Job Title: Principal Enterprise Architect – Full Stack Cloud
Location: Hybrid – Columbus, OH (Onsite Tuesday and Wednesday; Remote Monday, Thursday, and Friday)
Duration: 6/16/2025 – 6/15/2026 (Possibility of Extension)
Rate: $75 – $85/hour (Based on experience)
Contract Type: W-2 only (U.S. Citizens and Green Card holders only; no C2C or sponsorship)

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Enterprise Architect with deep expertise in full stack Cloud architecture to support enterprise-wide technology modernization initiatives at a utilities client. This role requires a strong technical foundation across cloud-native technologies, infrastructure, and security, along with the ability to guide enterprise strategy and collaborate cross-functionally.

The selected candidate will report to the Head of Architecture and work across Infrastructure, Application Development, Security, Data & Analytics, and PMO teams. A skills assessment will be required as part of the evaluation process.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level architectural leadership with a focus on cloud strategy, infrastructure modernization, automation, and enterprise-scale architecture planning
• Lead the development of architecture blueprints, roadmaps, and high-level solution designs aligned to business strategy
• Define and maintain standards for cloud services, automation practices, and secure runtime environments
• Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to guide platform migration, hybrid deployments, and modernization efforts
• Facilitate architectural review boards and lead governance processes around solution design and exception handling
• Partner with security and infrastructure teams to ensure scalable, compliant, and cloud-native solutions
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies and recommend their adoption across appropriate business areas
• Mentor and guide other architects in the organization, fostering knowledge sharing and consistent practices

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of enterprise architecture experience, including direct experience leading cloud initiatives in large organizations
• Proven experience with both on-premise and cloud environments, especially Azure and AWS
• Strong background in cloud architecture, automation, infrastructure as code, and network design
• Familiarity with hybrid IT environments and on-prem to cloud migrations
• Deep understanding of API-first design, modern runtime environments, and DevOps/Infrastructure tooling
• Experience with tools and platforms such as:
  • Azure compute products, Cisco, Docker, Equinix, Kubernetes, Microsoft solutions, Mulesoft, Palo Alto, ServiceNow, VMWare
  • Demonstrated ability to operate across technology domains, including application, security, infrastructure, and data
  • Experience working within regulated industries or utility environments is a plus

Skills and Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of architecture capability areas, including:
• Cloud Services, Infrastructure as Code, Security, API Management, End User Computing, Unified Communications, Automation, Runtime Environments, Service Operations
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with LeanIX, TOGAF, and ITIL frameworks
• Excellent communication and consulting skills with both technical and business stakeholders
• Proficiency in documentation and visualization using tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Demonstrated strengths in:
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Motivating Others
  • Peer Relationships
  • Managing and Measuring Work
  • Organizing and Setting Priorities

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (required)
• Certifications in cloud architecture (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) or enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF) are strongly preferred