Chief Architect - (CONTRACT

Job Title

Define and evolve the enterprise architecture strategy to support business agility, scalability, and growth

Lead technology strategy, driving modern microservices, event-driven, and SOA-based architecture

Establish and oversee architecture governance, standards, and best practices across the organization

Partner with senior leadership to align technology investments with long-term business objectives

Drive digital transformation initiatives, including modernization, API strategy, data, and automation

Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Infrastructure, and Security to deliver integrated solutions

Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing architecture team while fostering innovation and accountability

15+ years in technology delivery, including 8+ years in leadership and 5+ years in enterprise architecture

Proven experience defining and executing enterprise-wide technology strategy in complex organizations

Deep expertise in SOA, microservices, API design, and enterprise integration patterns

Strong background in architecture governance, frameworks (e.g., TOGAF), and technology standards

Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern distributed systems

Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and translate complex technical concepts into business value

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with experience managing teams and vendors

Certifications in Enterprise Architecture (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) or Cloud Architecture

Experience with Dev Ops, CI/CD practices, and agile methodologies

Familiarity with data governance, security frameworks, and compliance standards