Chief Architect

Chief Architect

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Chief Architect to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia (US-DC), United States (US).

Job Duties:

• Assist, as requested, in the development and implementation of the client's Business Architecture, Information System and Technology, Data Architecture, Architectural Programs and Initiatives, Architectural Governance, Research and Development, and provides Architecture Consultancy.
• Assist in the identification of architectural tools and processes.
• Understands the client's operational environment, client requirements and expectations of program operations.
• Facilitates development and operations of systems, networks, and applications.
• Leads development of solutions across all aspects of services environment including Data Centers to deliver enhanced user experience.
• Interacts with specialists and utilizes their contributions to ensure secure application deployment and network operations.
• Trains and motivates team members in latest technologies, methodologies, and approaches.
• Drives innovation and improving performance of the applications and networks.
• Aligns with the client's strategic organizational business plans, cultivates relationships with business stakeholders, trusted advisor who assists in the development and maintenance of current and future state business architecture.
• Incorporates innovations that enhance performance and responsiveness across all operations. Strong verbal and written communications required.
• Develop architectural metrics and reports for the executive team, business, and IT Management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience
• Minimum 10 years' experience functioning as a Chief Architect on major federal agency mission critical network and application development efforts.
• Minimum 5 years' experience architecting the transformation from traditional On Prem- Cloud/Cloud Hybrid
• ITIL V4 Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to manage to budgets, timeframes, and delivery schedules as required by client.
• Skilled in leading development of cloud ready/cloud native applications using leading technologies and methodologies.
• Possess Cloud Architect Certifications
• Preferred Certification(s): at least 2 High level technology certification (examples include MCSE, LPIC-3, CCNP, or equivalents)

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.