Enterprise Infrastructure Architect&Cloud Infrastructure Architect

 Enterprise Infrastructure Architect--20-25+ Exp

Cloud Infrastructure Architect

 Local to New York, NY only!

We are seeking a Senior Technology & Infrastructure Leader with deep expertise in enterprise infrastructure, AI/ML platforms, and large-scale transformation programs. This role will drive strategic modernization of datacenters, cloud adoption, and AI/GenAI enablement while ensuring resilience, cost optimization, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience across capital markets / banking environments, with a proven ability to manage global teams, optimize technology investments, and align infrastructure strategy with business objectives. Key Responsibilities 1. Infrastructure Strategy & Transformation • Lead enterprise-wide datacenter consolidation and modernization programs • Define and execute target-state architecture for hybrid and cloud-ready platforms • Establish transformation roadmaps across compute, storage, network, and security domains • Drive infrastructure standardization to enable scalable and synchronized execution 2. AI/ML, GenAI & HPC Platforms • Design and deploy AI/ML and GenAI infrastructure platforms (GPU clusters, HPC environments) • Optimize hardware and on-prem/cloud investments for AI workloads • Partner with enterprise AI governance teams to accelerate AI adoption 3. Cost Optimization & Vendor Strategy • Drive large-scale cost optimization initiatives through vendor renegotiation and rationalization • Lead multi-vendor engagements, RFPs, and contract optimization • Optimize capacity planning and infrastructure utilization to reduce future spend 4. Cloud & Hybrid Enablement • Lead adoption of hybrid cloud architectures with automation and governance • Enable seamless integration across on-prem and cloud environments • Improve operational efficiency through process standardization and automation 5. Cybersecurity, Risk & Compliance • Partner with InfoSec teams to ensure secure transformation aligned with regulatory requirements • Enhance security controls, governance frameworks, and audit readiness • Align infrastructure capabilities with enterprise security policies 6. Stakeholder & Executive Management • Engage with CIO/CTO leadership, business units, and regulators • Drive alignment across line of business, infrastructure, and engineering teams • Present strategy, progress, and risks to executive committees Required Experience & Skills • 20–25+ years in enterprise infrastructure and technology leadership • Strong experience in banking / capital markets environments • Expertise across: o Enterprise infrastructure (compute, storage, networking, datacenters) o AI/ML, HPC, and GenAI platforms o Hybrid cloud and large-scale modernization programs • Proven track record in multi-billion-dollar transformation programs • Strong experience in: o Vendor management & commercial optimization o Budget ownership and cost transformation o Regulatory and audit engagements • Hands-on understanding of low-latency trading infrastructure (preferred) Leadership Competencies • Executive stakeholder engagement and influencing skills • Ability to lead large global teams and cross-functional programs • Strong balance of technical depth and business acumen • Strategic thinking with delivery-focused execution mindset Preferred Background • Experience with top-tier institutions (e.g., global banks, HPC/AI firms, telecom providers) • Exposure to GPU platforms (A100/H100 class), AI infrastructure, and secure compute environments • Prior consulting or transformation leadership roles Education • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field • Advanced certifications in cloud, AI, or infrastructure technologies (preferred) Value Proposition • Opportunity to lead enterprise-scale modernization and AI transformation programs • Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategy decisions • High-impact role influencing technology, cost, and innovation agendas Skills: Enterprise Application Architect~Enterprise Architecture Experience Required: 10 & Above