Location: Houston, TX

Our client is a distinguished global provider of legal services. This is a full-time, direct hire onsite role requiring US Citizenship or Green Card. We are seeking an Senior Enterprise Applications Architect.

This position is in Houston – relocation assistance is not offered.

We are looking for a strategic technology leader who enjoys shaping enterprise-scale solutions and influencing long-term application strategy. As a Senior Enterprise Applications Architect, you’ll play a critical role in developing and implementing the Firm’s enterprise application architecture—partnering closely with fellow architects and senior leaders to design future-state solutions that align with business objectives and architectural vision.

Preferences: MBA, experience within a large professional services organization, vendor management experience, Artificial Intelligence (AI) frameworks and governance practices, and strong executive presentation skills. Preferred certifications include TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) and Microsoft Azure Cloud certifications. Experience delivering value within both Agile and traditional project management lifecycle (PMLC) environments.

In this role, you’ll balance strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, guiding architecture governance, evaluating emerging technologies, and collaborating across business and Information Technology (IT) teams to deliver secure, scalable, and value-driven application solutions.

Our client upholds strict performance standards and fosters a culture focused on continuous growth. Individuals who exhibit initiative and dedication will be offered opportunities for increased responsibilities and long-term professional advancement within the organization.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, data science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in an Enterprise Application Architecture function, preferably within a global organization.
• Architecture Expertise – Strong knowledge of architecture governance, application design patterns, and industry best practices.
• Standards & Governance Development – Proven experience establishing and implementing architecture governance, standards, procedures, and guidelines.
• Platform & Technology Knowledge – Hands-on experience with platforms such as Microsoft M365, SharePoint, Microsoft Azure, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Salesforce, MuleSoft, and ServiceNow.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and Visio.

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Summary of Responsibilities:

• Enterprise Application Architecture Leadership – Contribute to the development of target-state application architecture that supports the broader Enterprise Architecture and Architecture Vision while addressing stakeholder needs.
• Strategic Alignment – Ensure application architectures align with organizational solution goals, standards, and long-term business objectives.
• Architecture Standards & Governance – Develop and maintain reference architectures, architecture building blocks (ABB), standards, and guidelines to ensure secure, compliant, and consistent technology solutions.
• Technology Selection & Oversight – Guide the evaluation, selection, and implementation of technology platforms and solutions that best meet ente