Enterprise Solution Architect - NJ

Enterprise Solution Architect

State of NJ Dept. of Labor (through CAI)

Project duration: 1/1/2027

Hybrid Role (3 days Onsite, 2 days Remote)

Worksite address: 1 John Fitch Plaza 2nd Floor, Trenton, NJ 08625

Onsite interview

W2 Only or C2C own Corp

Local Only, 7+ years of enterprise solutions experience, knowledge around data processing platforms, dictionary systems and applications, Multi-cloud experience.

Job Description

Looking for an Enterprise Architect to work across Application Development, Service Delivery, and Infrastructure to identify, research, discuss, design, and implement key architecture standards.

What You ll Do

The individual in this role will require a combination of deep technical expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills, requiring someone who can think strategically while understanding the practical implications of architectural decisions across the entire organization.

Designing integration strategies for disparate systems, applications, and data sources across the enterprise

Establishing common interfaces, architecture principles, data standards, and best practices

Supporting senior management on complex technology initiatives and investment decisions

Creating an architecture review process to evaluate proposed solutions against standards and strategic objectives

Collaborating with the security team to ensure solutions meet organizational and regulatory requirements

What You ll Need

Ability to make informed decisions under uncertainty, weigh multiple factors/constraints, and consider long-term implications of architectural choices

Knowledge of electronic data processing platforms and software

Knowledge of database/data dictionary systems and applications

Knowledge of application portfolio management, software design patterns, application integration, legacy system modernization, and application lifecycle management

Knowledge of data modeling, data governance, master data management, data warehousing, analytics platforms, and data quality frameworks

Knowledge of infrastructure components, platforms, development tools, middleware, and technology standards (on-prem and cloud-based tech stacks)

Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and informative reports/documentation on database systems, including creation/maintenance of data dictionary documentation

Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and stakeholders at all levels

Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with various levels of personnel

Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Ability to maintain essential records and files

Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency

Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position

Experience in government or regulatory environments

Preferred

TOGAF Certification, Certified Enterprise Architect, or similar recognized credentials

AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certifications

Multi-cloud experience (particularly valuable)

Proven track record leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives, cloud migrations, or enterprise modernization programs from start to finish

Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern software development lifecycle practices

Comfort presenting to executive leadership, board members, or external stakeholders

Ability to communicate complex technical strategies in business terms

Physical Demands

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards

Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time, with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor.