Azure Integrations Architect

Company Overview:

Req ID: 341688

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Digital Solution Consultant Sr. Advisor to join our team in Houston, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

Job Description:

Overview

An IT Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing high-level IT solutions that align with business objectives. This role involves analyzing system requirements, defining architecture frameworks, and ensuring scalability, security, and performance. The IT Architect will collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and engineers to deliver robust and innovative technology solutions.

The Integration Architect's role is to focus on robust integration solutions that connect disparate systems, applications, and data sources across the enterprise. This role requires deep expertise in integration patterns, API design, cloud services, and data movement technologies to ensure seamless, scalable, and secure interoperability. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in Azure Integration Services (Azure API Management, Container Apps, Service Bus, Event Grid, Functions, etc.) and collaborate and consult across cross functional teams including Enterprise, Data and Salesforce architects to develop blueprints, roadmap and best of breed scalable integrations.

Responsibilities

Design and develop enterprise-level IT architecture solutions, including cloud, infrastructure, applications, and data systems.

Evaluate business needs and translate them into technical requirements and architectural blueprints.

Ensure systems are scalable, secure, and aligned with industry best practices and compliance standards.

Lead the integration of new technologies, APIs, and third-party services into existing infrastructure.

Provide technical guidance to development teams and oversee the implementation of architectural designs.

Conduct system performance analysis, risk assessments, and optimization strategies.

Collaborate with stakeholders, including executives, engineers, and business units, to align IT strategy with organizational goals.

Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend innovations to improve efficiency and competitiveness.

Document architecture standards, policies, and procedures for reference and compliance.

Establish governance frameworks for monitoring, logging, and error handling.

Collaborate with DevOps teams to automate CI/CD pipelines for integration deployments.

Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams to translate requirements into scalable cloud solutions.

Design and implement scalable, high-availability cloud infrastructure solutions.

Mentor and guide technical teams on cloud best practices and architectural patterns.

Skills

Expertise in designing scalable, high-availability systems.

Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), hybrid architectures, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Understanding of cybersecurity principles, frameworks (NIST, ISO and data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, PCI, HIPAA, ISO

Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile methodologies.

Knowledge of data warehouses, data marts, data lakes, data hubs, and data governance.

Experience with microservices, APIs, SOA, and enterprise integration patterns and middleware technologies.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Strong communication, presentation, and leadership abilities to guide cross-functional teams.

Excellent stakeholder management skills and ability to influence up and down throughout the organization.

Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.

Leadership in driving adoption, consensus, guiding teams and collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Adaptability to evolving technologies and business needs.

Preferred Skills

Experience with AI/ML.

Experience with hybrid on-prem and cloud architecture.

Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.

Prior experience in a leadership or consulting role.

Experience in Financial Services industry.

Cloud: Hands-on experience with AWS/Azure/GCP (compute, storage, networking, security).

Experience with hybrid on-prem and cloud architecture

Education:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience:

7+ years in IT architecture, business architecture, systems design, software development, integration architecture, or infrastructure.

Proven experience in cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, and enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).

Strong background in software development (.NET, Java, Python, etc.) and DevOps practices.

Hands-on experience with databases (SQL/NoSQL), APIs, and security protocols.

Certifications:

Azure Certifications (Developer, DevOps Engineer, Administrator, Solutions Architect)

TOGAF, CISSP, or similar

MuleSoft Developer and MuleSoft Certified Platform Architect (preferred)

AWS Certified Architect (preferred)

America

About NTT DATA:

NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at

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