Role: Solution Architect
Industry Type: IT Services & Consulting
Department: Engineering - Software & QA
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Role Category: Software Development
UG: Any Graduate
PG: Any Postgraduate
We are seeking a highly accomplished Enterprise Solution Architect responsible for conceptualising, designing, and governing end-to-end enterprise technology solutions. The candidate will work closely with CXO stakeholders or top government officials to drive strategic technology decisions, solution blueprints, and execution roadmaps across complex, multi-domain ecosystems.
Key Responsibilities
1. Enterprise Architecture Solution Design Define and own end-to-end solution architecture covering: Enterprise applications (COTS SaaS) Custom application development Integration layers (APIs, middleware, ESB) Data architecture (OLTP, analytics, data lakes, pipelines) Infrastructure architecture (datacentre, cloud, hybrid) Network and security architecture Develop architecture artefacts including: HLDs, LLDs, reference architectures, integration blueprints Data flow diagrams, process models, and system interaction maps Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF / Zachman) 2. Information, Process Data Architecture Analyse and define: Business process workflows (BPMN) Data lifecycle and data governance models Information architecture across applications Ensure seamless data interoperability, lineage, and consistency across systems Design scalable architectures supporting high-volume transactions and analytics workloads 3. Technology Landscape Ownership Lead architecture across: Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) DevSecOps pipelines Application Maintenance Services (AMS) transformation Cloud datacentre build (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, hybrid cloud) Enterprise networking, cybersecurity, and compliance architecture Evaluate and select technologies ensuring performance, scalability, resilience, and cost optimisation 4. Stakeholder Engagement CXO Interaction Engage with CIO / CTO / CEO / CXO stakeholders to: Articulate architecture vision and transformation roadmap Present solution strategies, trade-offs, and value propositions Deliver persona-based communication, tailoring messaging to: Business leadership (value outcomes) IT teams (technical depth) Operations (execution governance) 5. Designing, Consulting Solutioning Lead solutioning for large deals, RFPs, and transformation programmes Conduct: Discovery workshops Architecture assessments gap analysis Technology due diligence Provide thought leadership on emerging trends (Cloud, AI, Platform Engineering, etc.) 6. Governance Delivery Oversight Establish architecture governance models and review boards Ensure adherence to: Enterprise architecture standards Security regulatory compliance Mentor teams across architecture domains (application, data, infra) Qualifications (Mandatory) B.E. / B.Tech (Computer Science / IT / Electronics or equivalent) TOGAF v9 (or higher) certified (Preferred) At least one Cloud Certification (Associate / Professional level): AWS Solutions Architect / Azure Architect / Google Cloud Architect Experience 1220+ years in IT with: Minimum 5+ years in enterprise/senior solution architecture roles Proven experience in: Designing large-scale, multi-tier enterprise solutions Leading architecture for complex transformation programmes Behavioural Functional Skills Strong analytical and structured problem-solving ability Exceptional presentation and storytelling skills Ability to handle client-facing roles with senior leadership High degree of consultative mindset and business acumen Strong documentation and articulation capability Travel Requirement Willingness for extensive travel (domestic and international) based on project and client engagement needs