Enterprise Architect – Digital Transformation

Job Title: Enterprise Architect – Digital Transformation & AI

Location: Hyderabad, India

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Senior

Reports To: Director of Presales

About Us:

We are a leading IT services and consulting firm at the forefront of digital transformation, AI-driven innovation, and enterprise modernization. Our mission is to empower global organizations with scalable, future-ready solutions that drive business outcomes.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Enterprise Architect with a strong track record of client-facing solutioning, technology roadmapping, and leading digital transformation initiatives. This individual will work closely with clients and internal teams to align business objectives with modern technology solutions — including AI, cloud, data platforms, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, and enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage directly with enterprise clients to understand business goals, IT landscapes, and transformation challenges.
• Lead the creation of enterprise-wide technology roadmaps that align with digital strategy and future-state architectures.
• Analyze enterprise business processes, top-down, to determine functional scope of change, leading to application and technology architecture recommendations to support that analysis.
• Where appropriate, describe hybrid architectural options (SaaS, PaaS, custom code) to meet unique digital transformation requirements.
• Architect end-to-end solutions leveraging cloud, AI/ML, data analytics, integration platforms, and legacy modernization.
• Support the pre-sales process by designing innovative solutions, crafting proposals, presenting to stakeholders, and contributing to RFP responses.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to CxO-level executives and technical stakeholders.
• Ensure architectural integrity across all initiatives, balancing business, technical, and operational considerations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, and consulting teams to ensure solution feasibility and scalability.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends to provide thought leadership and innovation guidance.

Technical Expertise:

• AI/ML & GenAI:
• Hands-on with AI/ML platforms (SageMaker, Azure ML, Vertex AI) and GenAI solutions using LLMs (e.g., GPT, Claude, PaLM)
• Experience with RAG architectures, prompt engineering, vector databases (Pinecone, FAISS), and enterprise use cases (e.g., AI assistants, intelligent search)
• Strong grasp of MLOps, model lifecycle, and ethical AI practices
• Cloud & Application Architecture:
• Deep expertise in AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Cloud-native design using Kubernetes, containers, serverless, and APIs
• Experience modernizing legacy systems and building microservices
• Integration & DevOps:
• Proficient in API gateways, event-driven architectures (Kafka, Pub/Sub)
• Skilled in CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation), and DevSecOps
• Security & Compliance:
• Enterprise security architecture (IAM, encryption, zero trust)
• Familiar with GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2 compliance standards
• Frameworks & Tools:
• TOGAF, Zachman, ArchiMate, Lucidchart, Sparx EA

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 5 years in an Enterprise Architect or similar strategic role.
• Proven experience working in client-facing roles, particularly in consulting or services environments.
• Demonstrated experience solutioning large-scale deals, ideally including digital transformation and AI-driven use cases.
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), AI/ML, data architecture, and modern integration patterns (APIs, microservices, event-driven).
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience working in industries such as financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, or retail is a plus.
• TOGAF, Zachman, or other architecture framework certifications are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with AI/ML platforms and tools, including GenAI, NLP, and MLOps.
• Familiarity with enterprise applications (ERP, CRM, SCM) and modernization strategies.
• Background in Agile/DevOps environments with an understanding of delivery methodologies.

Why Join Us:

• Work on cutting-edge digital and AI transformation projects with Fortune 500 clients.
• Collaborate with a team of passionate technologists and strategists.
• Shape strategic technology direction for global enterprises.
• Competitive compensation, remote flexibility, and career advancement opportunities.