Architecture Design Project Manager
We are seeking an experienced Architecture Design Project Manager to support enterprise-level architecture initiatives within a Data Analytics and AI organization. This role is part of a centralized architecture and design function responsible for evaluating new platforms, tools, and technologies. The position focuses on assessing the fit, feasibility, long-term viability, and alignment of new technologies with enterprise standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead enterprise-wide evaluations of new platforms and architecture tools, including data platforms, AI solutions, and integration tools.
- Perform fit, feasibility, and long-term viability assessments for technologies new to the organization.
- Develop and present architecture recommendations and supporting analysis to stakeholders for tool approval and purchasing decisions.
- Support mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures by assessing impacts from a data, AI, and automation architecture perspective.
- Provide high-level architectural guidance focused on strategy and design.
- Manage projects using a primarily waterfall methodology, with flexibility for agile environments.
- Own project budgets end-to-end, including tracking and managing financials within project management systems.
- Collaborate with architecture leadership, PMO, technology enablement teams, and business stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience managing enterprise-scale platform or architecture evaluations.
- Strong project management background within architecture, data, AI, or platform environments.
- Hands-on experience with JIRA (Atlassian suite).
- Experience working in Clarity or a similar enterprise portfolio tool.
- Familiarity with data platforms, analytics ecosystems, and AI-related technologies.
- Ability to operate in waterfall and agile project environments.
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with ServiceNow SPM or Smartsheet.
- Exposure to enterprise data platform comparisons, such as Snowflake vs. Databricks.
- Prior involvement in M&A or divestiture initiatives from a technology or data perspective.
- Technical or domain knowledge of architecture tools.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Rate: $60.00/hr-$75.00/hr. The specific compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.
Our organization offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.