Enterprise Integration Architect - PhxProConnect

Phoenix Pro Connect is working with a global client to identify an Enterprise Integration Architect (EIA). In this pivotal role, you will tackle complex integration challenges to streamline data synchronization processes and enhance system interconnectivity across operations. You will lead the development and implementation of API-driven integrations, improving partner onboarding and reducing operational costs through reusable integration frameworks. Your expertise will be instrumental in mitigating risks associated with system interdependencies, ensuring a resilient architecture for integration and API management.

Essential Functions

• Design and implement integration strategies across multiple systems to ensure seamless connectivity and functionality
• Develop and maintain architectural frameworks for integration, leveraging industry best practices
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to define and refine technical requirements for system integrations
• Lead the technical design, development, and maintenance of integrations with Salesforce CRM, Dynamics 365 F&O, and other mission-critical systems
• Provide expert guidance on API development, data transformation, and middleware processes
• Mentor and provide architectural direction to development teams throughout the software development life cycle
• Define enterprise architecture (EA) standards, governance frameworks, and system integration policies
• Advise project teams on integration technology, data architecture, and system best practices
• Work with project teams to integrate project requirements with the enterprise architecture
• Manage internal resources and oversee augmented or externally sourced team members
• Oversee the development and support of batch and backend processes related to the application portfolio
• Assist with incident response, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem resolution
• Collaborate with technical, data, and security architects to prepare integration architecture recommendations and implementation plans
• Define integration specifications in collaboration with Enterprise Architects and product teams, providing expert guidance on technology choices
• Design end-to-end integration architectures covering process, application, data, and technology while ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and policies
• Lead the design and implementation of new integrations within the IT landscape, ensuring alignment with the enterprise architecture
• Keep the integration team informed of emerging technologies and trends, ensuring technical integrity and consistency throughout the integration lifecycle
• Collaborate with vendors, managing integration technologies and resolving technical issues or escalations
• Advocate integration-specific architecture plans and strategies to IT architects and product teams

Skills and Experience

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in an integration architecture role
• Experience defining and maintaining architecture standards and policies
• Strong knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in application and integration architecture
• Proven ability to lead large-scale integration projects, including design and implementation of complex systems
• Extensive knowledge of integration frameworks (SOA, APIs, microservices) and middleware technologies
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to drive technology initiatives and influence stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate effectively with IT leaders and stakeholders to achieve common goals
• Preferred experience with Salesforce CRM, Dynamics 365 F&O, AWS, and iPaaS platforms such as Mulesoft

This is a unique opportunity to shape integration strategies for a global client, working at the forefront of innovative technology solutions.