Distinguished Architect [Data & Intelligence] - Remote Eligible

Amtrak • $179K — $232K *

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field; 13+ years relevant experience; minimum 5 years in a Principal/Senior Principal Architect role in a large enterprise.
Experience leading complex architecture initiatives over $7 million with diverse stakeholders in regulated environments.
Demonstrated contributions to the architecture field through publications, intellectual property, or professional development of architects.
Experience generating significant business value in enterprises of $500 million+ as an architect.
Strong communication skills to manage cross-functional architecture engagements and stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

Establish architectural vision for core capabilities and promote reuse across platforms.
Define enterprise principles to ensure alignment with strategic technology investments and infrastructure.
Provide oversight and governance for current and future key architecture domains to uphold organizational goals.
Communicate technology roadmaps and changes to stakeholders to promote architectural understanding.
Mentor architects and technology teams, fostering a culture of excellence and knowledge-sharing.
Create strategic plans for the evolution of Digital Technology architecture to support business growth and priorities.
Guide investment decisions aligning technology initiatives with the overall business strategy.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
401K retirement plan with employer match.
Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
Wellness programs and paid time off.
Education reimbursement and student loan forgiveness eligibility.

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Job Summary

The Distinguished Architect [Data & Intelligence] is responsible for providing visionary companywide architecture services to ensure portfolio technology investments are in alignment with corporate goals and its ability to move towards the future in an evolving business environment. As a Digital Technology expert, this role will utilize communication, influence, guidance, and governance processes to maximize return on technology investment, and reduce time to capability, while minimizing operational costs. The Distinguished Architect will use visionary strategic thinking to choose technology capabilities, strategize and build around them to bring value to business relevant capability change.

As part of the DT architecture team the Distinguished Architect will be responsible for communicating technology target state, roadmap and change progress to portfolio leaders and other stakeholders. They will use their communication and influence skills to promote awareness and understanding of architecture principles across the organization, evangelizing for strategic enterprise change, executing strategy, technical leadership.

This position is onsite in Washington, DC, Wilmington, DE, Philadelphia, PA, or Chicago, IL

Essential Functions

Set up the architectural vision for core capabilities and aligning patterns to allow for consistency and reuse
Define enterprise principles, patterns and guidance that help in technology data capabilities, platforms and infrastructure, how applications are built, deployed, and maintained to align with strategic needs and maximizing technology investments
Provide Oversight and Governance to the current, interim and potential future state of key architecture domains to ensure value alignment with the organization's overall goals and objectives.
Ensure the reference architectures, standards, and guidelines of the organization's technology is safe, secure, stable and compliant with industry standards.
Set up the architectural vision for core capabilities and aligning patterns to allow for consistency and reuse
Define enterprise principles, patterns and guidance that help in technology data capabilities, platforms and infrastructure, how applications are built, deployed, and maintained to align with strategic needs and maximizing technology investments
Provide Oversight and Governance to the current, interim and potential future state of key architecture domains to ensure value alignment with the organization's overall goals and objectives.
Ensure the reference architectures, standards, and guidelines of the organization's technology is safe, secure, stable and compliant with industry standards.
Drive adoption and re-use of the preferred resources, processes and technology across multiple or cross functional portfolios.
Mentor other architects and DT teams, providing guidance and fostering a culture of excellence.
Effectively communicate at all levels from senior leadership and throughout the company
Create strategic roadmaps and comprehensive plans that outline how the Digital Technology architecture will evolve to drive organization change, support the business strategy over time, and ensure DT initiatives are prioritized based on their expected business value and strategic importance.
Guide Investment Decisions Aligning technology plans and investments to business vision and strategy that is necessary to ensure we are building the right things.
Envision architecture patterns and strategies that drive significant competitive differentiation and business transformation]
Solve the most intricate and ambiguous architectural challenges that span multiple domains, systems, and business units, providing definitive technical direction.
Design, govern, and oversee the implementation of robust, scalable, and efficient architectural solutions for cross domain business problems.
Translate complex technical ideas into digestible concepts for both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
Act as a liaison between engineering and business teams to ensure alignment and understanding.
Assist in the identification, evaluation, and adoption of groundbreaking technologies and architectural patterns that drive significant competitive differentiation and business transformation
Work closely with Solution Architects and engineering leads to translate requirements into robust technical design on for our most complex technical solutions
In our major enterprise initiatives and complex systems of systems, ensuring products are scalable, secure, performant, and maintainable.
Provide expert technical guidance, and contribute to the evolution of our architectural standards.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, data and intelligence or related field with 13+ year's relevant experience or equivalent work experience with at least 5 years in a Principal or Senior Principal Architect role within a large, complex enterprise.
Must have repeated experience successfully directing significantly complex architecture initiatives over $7 million, developing capabilities that typically involve different stakeholders, multiple lines of business, many solution varieties, highly regulated environments, business transformations at mass scale.
Proven contribution to the architecture profession or industry, such as publications, research, intellectual property, innovation, development of training, or contributions to standards bodies or professional organizations. They must also have contributed to the development of professional architects in sharing this knowledge.
Experience creating significant business value realization with $500 million+ or more enterprises as an architect providing vision and choosing platforms. moving organizations forward and scaled for future initiatives.
Requires demonstrated ability to manage multiple architecture engagements and effectively plan and utilize collaborative cross functional teams to ensure the architecture objectives obtain key results.
Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, work well with others in an integrated team environment, and must be self-motivated.
Relationship building and collaboration skills across diverse and matrixed stakeholders and customers.
Ability to surface, prioritize, and balance priorities across multiple stakeholders.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, including experience leveraging data to inform decision-making.
Technical and critical thinking expertise to break complex processes and products into component modular modern architectures.
Proven ability to align resources, processes and technology initiatives with business strategies across multiple lines of business (LOBs) or business units

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in business or related field
17+ years of progressive experience in technology and architecture, with at least 12 years in a Principal or Senior Principal Architect role within a large, complex enterprise.
Certifications or equivalent
• Databricks Data Architect Professional
• AWS Machine Learning Specialty or Azure AI Engineer
• Stanford / DeepLearning.AI GenAI Certificates
Travel and Transportation experience or relevant technology domain experience
Experience with governance, risk, regulatory and compliance.
The Architect's skills and knowledge should span multiple architecture domains (e.g., Business Architecture, Application/Solution Architecture, Technical/Infrastructure Architecture & Information/Data Architecture)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Lakehouse (Databricks, Iceberg, Delta)
Data mesh & domain-driven data design
GenAI architecture (RAG, agents, fine-tuning)
ML platforms (MLflow, Vertex AI, SageMaker)
ERP, OT, CRM data integration
Strong understanding of Architecture best practice and value methodology
Knowledge of IT, OT, domain and business architecture
Experience with Agile process for business value realization

The salary/hourly range is $179,300.00 - $232,416.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee's assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee's base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:166277

Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

About Amtrak

Discover the wealth of opportunities awaiting you with Amtrak, the nation's premier passenger rail service. Learn about the high-paying positions and the benefits of joining a mission-driven organization committed to connecting communities.

Amtrak's Legacy and Mission

Since its inception in 1971, Amtrak has been at the forefront of connecting cities and communities across North America with its extensive network of passenger rail services. Born from the need to revitalize the nation's train transportation system, Amtrak has grown into a symbol of national pride and technological advancement in public transport. With a steadfast commitment to safety, efficiency, and reliability, Amtrak's mission transcends mere transportation; it aims to create a more connected society. Through continuous investment in the modernization of its fleet and infrastructure, Amtrak demonstrates an unwavering dedication to enhancing the passenger experience and setting the standard for rail travel in North America.

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Choosing a career with Amtrak means more than joining a leading transportation company; it represents a commitment to fostering safety, driving innovation, and serving the community. Amtrak stands out as an employer for its holistic approach to employee development, offering a supportive environment where safety is paramount—not just for passengers but for every team member. Innovation is at the core of Amtrak's operations, where cutting-edge technology and creative solutions are embraced to improve service and efficiency. Moreover, a career at Amtrak is an opportunity to contribute to a service that plays a crucial role in the lives of millions, enhancing connectivity and accessibility while upholding values of environmental stewardship and community service. Whether you're passionate about engineering, customer service, or logistics, Amtrak offers a dynamic and rewarding work setting where you can make a tangible impact.

Amtrak's Hiring Process

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Amtrak careers are not just rewarding in terms of salary but in overall well-being. Discover the comprehensive benefits package that makes Amtrak such an excellent employer.

Health and Wellness

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Continuous Learning Opportunities

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Building a Diverse Workforce

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Career Growth Opportunities at Amtrak

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From Entry-Level to Leadership

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Embark on a Rewarding Journey with Amtrak Careers

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