Principal Enterprise Architect – Full Stack Cloud

Job title: Principal Enterprise Architect – Full Stack Cloud in Columbus, OH at Blue Star Partners LLC

Company: Blue Star Partners LLC

Job description: Job Title: Principal Enterprise Architect – Full Stack Cloud

Location: Hybrid – Columbus, OH (Onsite Tuesday and Wednesday; Remote Monday, Thursday, and Friday)

Duration: 6/16/2025 – 6/15/2026 (Possibility of Extension)

Rate: $75 – $85/hour (Based on experience)

Contract Type: W-2 only (U.S. Citizens and Green Card holders only; no C2C or sponsorship)Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly experienced Principal Enterprise Architect with deep expertise in full stack Cloud architecture to support enterprise-wide technology modernization initiatives at a utilities client. This role requires a strong technical foundation across cloud-native technologies, infrastructure, and security, along with the ability to guide enterprise strategy and collaborate cross-functionally.The selected candidate will report to the Head of Architecture and work across Infrastructure, Application Development, Security, Data & Analytics, and PMO teams. A skills assessment will be required as part of the evaluation process.Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level architectural leadership with a focus on cloud strategy, infrastructure modernization, automation, and enterprise-scale architecture planning


• Lead the development of architecture blueprints, roadmaps, and high-level solution designs aligned to business strategy


• Define and maintain standards for cloud services, automation practices, and secure runtime environments


• Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to guide platform migration, hybrid deployments, and modernization efforts


• Facilitate architectural review boards and lead governance processes around solution design and exception handling


• Partner with security and infrastructure teams to ensure scalable, compliant, and cloud-native solutions


• Research and evaluate emerging technologies and recommend their adoption across appropriate business areas


• Mentor and guide other architects in the organization, fostering knowledge sharing and consistent practices

• 10+ years of enterprise architecture experience, including direct experience leading cloud initiatives in large organizations


• Proven experience with both on-premise and cloud environments, especially Azure and AWS


• Strong background in cloud architecture, automation, infrastructure as code, and network design


• Familiarity with hybrid IT environments and on-prem to cloud migrations


• Deep understanding of API-first design, modern runtime environments, and DevOps/Infrastructure tooling


• Experience with tools and platforms such as:

• Azure compute products, Cisco, Docker, Equinix, Kubernetes, Microsoft solutions, Mulesoft, Palo Alto, ServiceNow, VMWare


• Demonstrated ability to operate across technology domains, including application, security, infrastructure, and data


• Experience working within regulated industries or utility environments is a plus

• In-depth knowledge of architecture capability areas, including:


• Cloud Services, Infrastructure as Code, Security, API Management, End User Computing, Unified Communications, Automation, Runtime Environments, Service Operations


• Strong leadership and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams


• Familiarity with LeanIX, TOGAF, and ITIL frameworks


• Excellent communication and consulting skills with both technical and business stakeholders


• Proficiency in documentation and visualization using tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint


• Demonstrated strengths in:

• Continuous Improvement


• Motivating Others


• Peer Relationships


• Managing and Measuring Work


• Organizing and Setting Priorities

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (required)


• Certifications in cloud architecture (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) or enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF) are strongly preferred

Expected salary:

Location: Columbus, OH

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