Chief Architect
US$142,500 – US$238,000 / yr base salary
Posted 8 Oct 2026
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- Expected experience
- 10+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
| Base salary | US$142,500 – US$238,000 / yr |
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CertificationsITIL V4 Certification
Req ID: 393305
NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
We are currently seeking a Chief Architect to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia (US-DC), United States (US).
Job Duties:
- Assist, as requested, in the development and implementation of the client's Business Architecture, Information System and Technology, Data Architecture, Architectural Programs and Initiatives, Architectural Governance, Research and Development, and provides Architecture Consultancy.
- Assist in the identification of architectural tools and processes.
- Understands the client's operational environment, client requirements and expectations of program operations.
- Facilitates development and operations of systems, networks, and applications.
- Leads development of solutions across all aspects of services environment including Data Centers to deliver enhanced user experience.
- Interacts with specialists and utilizes their contributions to ensure secure application deployment and network operations.
- Trains and motivates team members in latest technologies, methodologies, and approaches.
- Drives innovation and improving performance of the applications and networks.
- Aligns with the client's strategic organizational business plans, cultivates relationships with business stakeholders, trusted advisor who assists in the development and maintenance of current and future state business architecture.
- Incorporates innovations that enhance performance and responsiveness across all operations. Strong verbal and written communications required.
- Develop architectural metrics and reports for the executive team, business, and IT Management.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience
- Minimum 10 years' experience functioning as a Chief Architect on major federal agency mission critical network and application development efforts.
- Minimum 5 years' experience architecting the transformation from traditional On Prem- Cloud/Cloud Hybrid
- ITIL V4 Certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to manage to budgets, timeframes, and delivery schedules as required by client.
- Skilled in leading development of cloud ready/cloud native applications using leading technologies and methodologies.
- Possess Cloud Architect Certifications
- Preferred Certification(s): at least 2 High level technology certification (examples include MCSE, LPIC-3, CCNP, or equivalents)