Enterprise Architect

Job Description

RAPP Dallas is seeking an Enterprise Architect to join its Technology team. RAPP is a global, next-generation precision marketing agency that leverages data, creativity, technology, and empathy to foster client growth. The agency champions individuality in marketing solutions and fosters an inclusive workplace that emphasizes personal well-being.

The Enterprise Architect will lead and oversee the architecture practice for their client portfolio, managing a multi-disciplinary team responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining multi-functional technology solutions. This role will drive architectural vision, establish technical standards, and ensure alignment between business strategy and technology initiatives while maintaining operational excellence across all platforms.

Role involves:

• Leading and mentoring a diverse architecture team, including management of offshore resources
• Developing and maintaining enterprise architecture frameworks, standards, and governance processes
• Designing and overseeing implementation of high-availability cloud-based solutions
• Creating and maintaining enterprise-wide architecture documentation
• Guiding technical decision-making for new features and platform enhancements
• Collaborating with business stakeholders to align technology solutions with organizational objectives
• Managing existing platform operations while driving innovation and modernization initiatives
• Establishing and monitoring architecture KPIs and success metrics
• Providing technical leadership in evaluating new technologies and platforms

Requirements:

• 15+ years of technology experience with 8+ years in enterprise architecture roles
• Proven experience leading architecture teams and managing offshore resources
• Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud-native architectures
• Strong background in high-availability system design and implementation
• Experience with enterprise integration patterns and microservices architecture
• Demonstrated ability in creating and maintaining architecture artifacts and documentation
• Strong understanding of data architecture, information design, and security principles
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience with agile methodologies and DevOps practices
• Track record of successful enterprise-scale digital transformation initiatives
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; Master's preferred
• 5+ years of experience in technology management or execution role
• Experience in at least one major Cloud Platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Relevant experience with Integration Technologies (e.g. APIs, ESBs, Message Queues)
• Knowledge of at least one modeling/diagraming tool: Visio or equivalent
• Salesforce or Adobe Campaign experience preferred

RAPP offers:

• Health/vision/dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Stock options
• Healthcare & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vacation, sick, and personal days and positive activism days
• Paid parental leave and disability benefits