Enterprise Architect

*Description*
The Enterprise Architect will collaborate with the entire range of technical and management resources within the Solutions arm of Business to advise on and establish enterprise architecture frameworks and road maps. Architect and develops applications by developing design specifications and writing code based upon the design and business requirements under the direction of the Development Manager and Project Manager. Takes an active role in the development group by sharing knowledge and mentoring others. This candidate is a member of a team, must adhere to secure development process and configuration management process and must be able to work cooperatively and autonomously.
Location: Fort Mill, SC (preferred), NYC 2nd choice, Austin 3rd | Hybrid (3 days onsite)
Contract Duration: 12 months
Travel: Initial 6 - 8 weeks in Massachusetts, then quarterly visits
Team: Platform Architecture
Overview:
Our client is seeking a hands-on technical architect to lead the migration of applications and infrastructure into new data centers.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify and map all hosted applications and their dependencies.
Develop migration plans and 3-year roadmaps for applications that cannot move immediately.
Collaborate with teams to determine which personnel and tools must be retained.
Create clear, business-friendly architecture diagrams and documentation.
Work closely with networking engineering teams to address backbone system constraints.
Engage with product and business partners to align technical plans with financial goals.
Technical Environment:
Primary stack: .NET, with some Java and emerging Python practices.
Cloud: Azure (primary), AWS (growing footprint).
Infrastructure: Active Directory, Kafka, API Gateways, Firewalls, Storage Systems.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Proven experience in data center migrations, network tracing, and dependency mapping.
Strong understanding of cloud platforms, networking layers, and application architecture.
Comfortable working in ambiguity and defining loosely scoped applications.
Excellent communicator with ability to distill technical diagrams for business stakeholders.
Soft Skills:
Strong relationship-building and cross-functional collaboration.
Ability to work independently and dive deep into technical environments.
Not focused on certifications, but Azure/AWS credentials are a plus.
*Skills*
Data Center Migration, Application Discovery, Networking Architecture, Cloud, Python, Data Architecture, Kafka, .NET, Java, API Management Tools, Firewall Technologies, lucidchart
*Top Skills Details*
Data Center Migration, Application Discovery, Networking Architecture
*Additional Skills & Qualifications*
1, They are running on Azure and a little bit of AWS. Familiarity with both is a nice to have. Azure and AWS certifications is a plus
2. Python Programming - emerging in org in the data science and AI contexts.
3. Data Architecture - ability to understand data flows, storage architecture, data dependencies
4. Kafka - understanding of Kafkas role in backbone systems and how it interacts with networking application layers
5. .NET / Java - primary tech stack is .NET and Java on the edges.
6. API Management Tools - exposure to tools like Kong, DataPower, and AWS API Gateway.
7. Security and Firewall Technologies - experience with AWS Web Application Firewall, Palo Alto devices, and F5.
8. Architecture Diagramming Tools - ability to use tools like Lucidchart, Visio, or similar to create clear, actionable diagrams.
*Experience Level*
Expert Level
*Pay and Benefits*
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $85.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
* Medical, dental & vision
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
* Short and long-term disability
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
*Workplace Type*
This is a hybrid position in Fort Mill,SC.
*Application Deadline*
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2025.
h4>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.