Principal IT Architect

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Principal IT Architect to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space. This role will serve as a senior technical partner across pre-sales and delivery activities, translating client needs into practical architecture and scoped solution plans. You will own technical design from initial discovery through implementation, helping ensure solutions are aligned to customer expectations, timelines, and internal standards. The position also involves guiding complex infrastructure initiatives, including migrations and escalation support, while collaborating closely with project teams and customers to keep work moving forward.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Support pre- and post-sales technical scoping and provide Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimates
• Design and deliver technical solutions across various platforms and technologies
• Own projects from design to delivery with clear client communication
• Lead specific initiatives such as datacenter and cloud migrations
• Set realistic client expectations regarding project scope and timelines
• Collaborate with project resources for task and planning input
• Monitor project resources to maintain progress on assigned tasks
• Adapt to varying project scales from simple builds to large engagements
• Provide project management support to keep projects aligned with objectives
• Ensure adherence to internal technical standards and documentation
• Offer escalation support for technical issues
• Engage in strategic technology planning discussions with customers
• Advise teams on managed services best practices

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of enterprise virtualization (VMware/vSphere), server hardware, and SAN
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux and Windows Server administration
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals, including firewalls, load balancers, VLANs, and routing
• Basic understanding of enterprise database platforms, including Oracle and Microsoft SQL
• Ability to work independently on scoped technical projects
• Strong critical thinking skills in uncertain scenarios
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• U.S. citizenship and residency required

Benefits

U.S. citizenship and residency eligibility for export control compliance

Pay

$150,000 – $180,000 annually