Microsoft Enterprise Architect (Local to Boston, MA) & W2 Consultant

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Job Title - Microsoft Enterprise Architect

Location - Boston, MA (Hybrid)

Duration - 12+ Months

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Microsoft Enterprise Architect to design, govern, and evolve enterprise-wide technology solutions leveraging the Microsoft ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise across cloud, application, data, security, and integration domains, ensuring alignment with business strategy and scalability goals.

Key Responsibilities Enterprise Architecture & Strategy

Define and maintain enterprise architecture aligned with business objectivesDevelop architecture roadmaps, standards, and governance frameworksDrive adoption of Microsoft-first strategy across the organizationLead architecture review boards and ensure compliance with enterprise standards

Microsoft Ecosystem Leadership

Architect solutions leveraging:Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)Microsoft 365 (Collaboration & Modern Workplace)Dynamics 365 (CRM/ERP)Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate).NET ecosystem (application development)Design scalable, secure, and high-performance architectures across cloud and hybrid environments

Cloud & Infrastructure Architecture

Lead cloud transformation initiatives and migration strategies (on-prem Azure)Design solutions using:Azure Landing ZonesMicroservices & containerization (AKS, Docker)Serverless architecturesEnsure cost optimization, performance, and resilience

Integration & Data Architecture

Define enterprise integration patterns using:Azure Service Bus, Event Grid, API ManagementDesign data platforms using:Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, Data LakeEstablish data governance, security, and analytics frameworks

Security & Compliance

Implement enterprise security architecture using:Azure Active Directory (Entra ID)Zero Trust principlesMicrosoft Defender suiteEnsure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards

Stakeholder & Leadership Management

Collaborate with business leaders, product teams, and engineering teamsTranslate business needs into scalable technical solutionsProvide architectural guidance to solution architects and development teamsLead vendor evaluations and technology selection

Required Qualifications

12+ years of IT experience with 5+ years in Enterprise ArchitectureStrong expertise across the Microsoft ecosystemProven experience in large-scale digital transformation programsHands-on experience with cloud architecture (Azure preferred)Strong understanding of:Microservices architectureAPI-led integrationDevOps & CI/CD (Azure DevOps, GitHub)
Preferred Certifications

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect ExpertMicrosoft Certified: Azure Enterprise Architect (or equivalent)TOGAF / Zachman (Enterprise Architecture frameworks)

Key Skills

Enterprise Architecture GovernanceCloud Strategy & TransformationStakeholder Communication & LeadershipSolution Design & Systems ThinkingRisk Management & Compliance

Thanks And Regards,

Amit Lakhotia