Enterprise Architect (EA)
Location: Forsyth, GA
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Development and Architecture
Job Description Apply Now
The role of an Enterprise Architect (EA) is pivotal in shaping the technological direction and innovation within an organization. As an Enterprise Architect (EA), you will be tasked with guiding the strategic design and modernization of enterprise-wide technology landscapes, ensuring both current and future business goals are supported by robust and scalable IT solutions. This opportunity allows you to leverage your expertise in application modernization, cloud migration, data architecture, and vendor management to drive digital transformation initiatives. The position is designed for a highly skilled, senior IT professional who thrives on orchestrating complex technology strategies, optimizing legacy systems, and setting industry standards for integration and data governance.
Working as an Enterprise Architect (EA), you will take a leadership role in developing and implementing forward-thinking architecture strategies that align with broader organizational objectives. You will collaborate extensively with executive leadership, department heads, and technical teams to identify opportunities for improvement, transformation, and innovation. Your deep understanding of cloud technologies, data management, and enterprise integration will enable you to not only lead but also mentor and guide teams through significant technological changes.
The Enterprise Architect (EA) position offers an exceptional opportunity to work in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment where your insights will directly impact business outcomes. You will be at the forefront of evaluating emerging technologies, designing scalable solutions, and ensuring that vendor partnerships deliver maximum value while adhering to established standards. If you are passionate about technology leadership and committed to driving meaningful change through architecture excellence, this role is designed for you.
Enterprise Architect (EA) - Summary- Lead the strategic direction of the organization's technology architecture, with a focus on application modernization and seamless cloud adoption.
- Develop and implement comprehensive technology roadmaps that support long-term business goals.
- Oversee the design, integration, and governance of enterprise data architecture and application stacks.
- Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership on technology investments and standards.
- Evaluate and manage vendor relationships, ensuring solutions align with enterprise objectives.
- Lead the development and execution of enterprise application architecture strategies across multiple domains.
- Assess and modernize legacy systems through effective migration planning, execution, and adoption of cloud technologies.
- Design and maintain robust enterprise integration and data architecture frameworks that promote scalability and security.
- Act as a technical advisor to executive stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making on strategic technology initiatives.
- Oversee comprehensive vendor assessments, ensuring third-party solutions adhere to organizational standards and long-term strategy.
- Mentor and guide IT teams in best practices for architecture, integration, and modernization efforts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between business requirements and technological capabilities.
- Establish and enforce technology standards, policies, and governance structures to maintain consistency and compliance.
- Continuously monitor industry trends and innovations to inform future technology investments and architectural direction.
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and expertise.
- Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
- Access to an Employee Stock Ownership Program and dedicated engagement management support.
- Opportunity to advance your career within a leading, award-winning industry organization.
- Recognition as part of an established company with over 25 years of industry experience and multiple staffing excellence awards.
- Demonstrated senior experience in enterprise architecture, including significant expertise in application modernization and cloud migration strategies.
- Extensive background in data architecture, including data warehousing, analytics, and reporting.
- Proven track record of designing and governing enterprise integration architectures.
- Strong capability in evaluating vendor solutions and providing strategic advisement to executive teams.
- Technical proficiency with enterprise application stacks such as Java, Oracle, Node.js, Angular, or similar technologies.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse cross-functional teams to drive technology transformation.
- A visionary technology leader with expertise in enterprise architecture and a passion for driving modernization initiatives.
- Detail-oriented, analytical thinker with the ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution.
- Proactive in identifying opportunities for system and process improvements aligned with business objectives.
- Experienced in mentoring IT professionals and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
- Adaptable and resilient, capable of thriving in fast-paced, ever-evolving enterprise environments.
- This Enterprise Architect (EA) role is a full-time opportunity that offers an excellent work environment and the chance to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
- Employees are encouraged to participate in ongoing professional development and leverage the resources available through dedicated engagement management.
- One of the advantages of working in Georgia is the region's dynamic technology sector and its supportive professional community.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
- If you are ready to take your career to the next level and play a key role in shaping enterprise technology strategy, click the job application button to apply now and join our innovative team as an Enterprise Architect (EA).