Job Type: Contract
Contract Length: 6 months
Pay Rate: $70 - $75/hr (W2 Only)
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Hybrid - San Jose, CA
About the Opportunity
We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Enterprise AI & Applications Architect to lead the modernization of a digital ecosystem for a leader in the technology sector. You will be the bridge between emerging technology and business value, responsible for defining the blueprint of the enterprise applications stack. Your focus will span from implementing cutting-edge Generative AI tools to securing the workforce through Zero Trust and MDM frameworks. This is a high-impact role requiring a visionary who can translate technical complexity into clear architectural roadmaps.
Key Responsibilities & Deliverables
Your responsibilities will include:
- AI Strategy & Governance: Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of Enterprise Generative AI tools. Establish guardrails for AI usage to ensure both innovation and data privacy.
- Application Architecture: Design and maintain the architectural roadmap for enterprise-wide applications (e.g., Cloud, Jamf, Intune, ServiceNow, Workday, Salesforce), ensuring they are scalable, resilient, and integrated. Support teams during project intake with the right architecture and designs.
- Security Initiatives: Architect and oversee critical security deployments, including Mobile Device Management (MDM), Privilege Access Management (PAM), and Zero Trust (ZTNA).
- Application Rationalization: Continuously audit the software portfolio to eliminate redundancies, reduce technical debt, and optimize licensing costs.
- Automation & Integration: Design complex workflows and integration patterns using iPaaS tools like Boomi or Workato to streamline cross-departmental operations.
- Technical Leadership: Partner closely with engineering and IT teams to define standards, provide architectural oversight, and mentor technical staff.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Total Experience: 10+ years in IT, with 5+ years in a formal Enterprise Architecture role overseeing large-scale SaaS/Cloud environments.
- AI Specialization: 2+ years of experience with GenAI implementation, including AI agent platforms and conversational AI workflows.
- Enterprise Architecture: Strong background in designing multi-tier application environments and cloud-native solutions.
- Security Expertise: Deep understanding of modern security frameworks, specifically, Zero Trust principles and endpoint management.
- Integration Platforms: Proficiency in iPaaS tools (Workato, Boomi, or similar) and workflow automation design.
- Analytical Decision-Making: Experience performing "Buy vs. Build" analyses and conducting formal software vendor evaluations.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or a related technical field is required.
- Architecture: TOGAF 9.x, Salesforce Certified Architecture, or ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist.
- Security: CISSP or CISM.
