Architect

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55415 (Onsite)

Job Type: Full time

Job Summary:

The Architect is responsible for the development of specifications, models, and guidelines within a comprehensive IT architecture framework. This role involves designing solutions that align with enterprise, infrastructure, and security architecture processes, often requiring cross-organizational collaboration. The Architect defines the transition plan from the current state to the desired future state, ensuring seamless integration and scalability.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain IT architecture frameworks, models, and guidelines.

Collaborate with stakeholders to align IT strategies with business objectives.

Define architectural standards and best practices for enterprise-wide solutions.

Identify gaps in the current architecture and propose future-state solutions.

Ensure security, scalability, and efficiency of IT solutions.

Provide expertise in business, information/data, security, and technical architecture.

Lead cross-functional teams to implement architectural transitions.

Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend strategic adoption.

Skills & Qualifications:

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

Proven experience in IT architecture, enterprise solutions, or system design.

Strong knowledge of architectural frameworks and methodologies.

Expertise in cloud computing, security architecture, and infrastructure design.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certifications in enterprise architecture (TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent).

Experience with microservices, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and DevOps practices.

Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards in IT security.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Enterprise architecture: 6 years (Preferred)

Location:

Minneapolis, MN 55415 (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Minneapolis, MN 55415 (Required)

Work Location: In person