Junior Enterprise Architect-Remote

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Requirements:

• 1–3 years of experience in information technology roles, such as software development, systems engineering, business analysis, or related fields.
• Exposure to discovering and producing reference architecture diagrams for various IT domains (e.g., networking, server, identity, cloud).
• Exposure to enterprise-level projects that involve multiple stakeholders and complex technology environments is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), virtualization, containerization, or other modern IT architectures is an advantage.
• Foundational Enterprise Architecture Knowledge: Familiarity with EA frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) and architectural methodologies.
• Technical Acumen: Basic understanding of cloud platforms, microservices, data management, and integration patterns.
• Security & Compliance Awareness: Working knowledge of security principles, regulatory requirements, and best practices in system design.
• Collaboration & Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving: Proven aptitude for dissecting complex problems, identifying root causes, and recommending appropriate technical solutions.
• Adaptability & Learning Mindset: Eagerness to learn, adapt, and stay current with evolving technology trends and business requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in gathering and interpreting business and technical requirements, translating them into conceptual and logical architecture designs.
• Maintain architecture diagrams and documentation, ensuring consistent updates and version control.
• Support the creation of technology roadmaps that align with organizational objectives and key performance indicators.
• Work closely with senior enterprise architects to refine architecture standards and best practices.
• Participate in architecture review boards to evaluate technology proposals, ensuring compliance with established frameworks and governance.
• Provide feedback on emerging technologies and solutions, contributing to informed decision-making processes.
• Research and evaluate new tools, platforms, and architectural patterns that can improve performance, resilience, and scalability.
• Assist in creating proof of concepts (POCs) for potential solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams during the evaluation process.
• Help define integration strategies and approaches for systems, applications, and data, ensuring seamless operations across the enterprise.
• Contribute to the enforcement of architectural guidelines, policies, and governance models to maintain compliance and reduce risks.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to incorporate security-by-design principles, zero-trust frameworks, and data protection requirements into architecture plans.
• Support regular architecture assessments and audits, recommending improvements to meet security and regulatory obligations.
• Participate in project planning and execution to ensure alignment with the overarching architecture vision and guidelines.
• Provide architecture-related guidance to project teams, assisting in issue resolution and risk mitigation.
• Document lessons learned and best practices, promoting continuous improvement in solution delivery.
• Engage with business leaders, IT teams, and external vendors to understand project requirements and constraints.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders, facilitating alignment and buy-in across the organization.
• Contribute to presentations, workshops, and training sessions that foster a culture of architectural awareness and collaboration.