Enterprise Architect / Solution Architect

Key ResponsibilitiesArchitecture Design & Strategy Lead the design of end-to-end architecture for enterprise and retail technology platforms Define solution architecture strategies, technical roadmaps, and architecture standards across projects Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, reliable, and aligned with enterprise architecture frameworks Technical Leadership Provide technical leadership and architecture guidance to development teams and technical leads Lead architecture design reviews and technical governance processes Establish best practices for system architecture, integration patterns, and cloud adoption Solution Development & Integration Translate complex business requirements into scalable and maintainable technical architectures Guide development teams in architecture implementation, system integration, and technology selection Design solutions that integrate across multiple enterprise platforms, services, and data systems Technology Evaluation & Innovation Evaluate and recommend technology stacks, platforms, and architectural patterns Lead the adoption of modern architectures such as microservices, event-driven systems, and cloud-native solutions Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to drive continuous improvement Cross-functional Collaboration Collaborate with product managers, engineering teams, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment between business goals and technology solutions Support strategic technology initiatives and large-scale transformation projects QualificationsRequired Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field 8–12+ years of experience in software engineering, system architecture, or solution architecture roles Proven experience designing large-scale enterprise systems and distributed architectures Strong expertise in: Microservices architecture API design and integration Distributed systems Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Experience designing enterprise application architectures and integration solutions Strong understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-native development Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Preferred Experience designing systems for large-scale enterprise, retail, or digital platform environments Strong knowledge of event-driven architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and service orchestration Experience with data platforms, integration frameworks, and enterprise messaging systems Understanding of security, governance, and compliance requirements in system architecture Architecture certifications such as: AWS Certified Solutions Architect TOGAF Azure Solutions Architect or similar certifications Originally posted on Himalayas