Senior Architect, Tech Advisory

West Monroe

$193K — $227K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field; Advanced degree preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience in technology strategy, architecture design, or implementation, preferably in consulting.
  • Proven track record in leading complex technology initiatives with measurable outcomes.
  • Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and enterprise architecture frameworks.
  • Strong understanding of data architecture, integration strategies, and application development methodologies.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Experience integrating AI tools into workflows for productivity enhancement.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a trusted advisor, aligning technology strategy with client business goals.
  • Lead design and delivery of enterprise-scale technology solutions such as cloud architectures and digital platforms.
  • Conduct technology assessments and develop roadmaps to support client objectives.
  • Develop robust architectures that address client needs in cloud computing and emerging technologies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align business requirements with technical solutions.
  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to their professional development.
  • Manage technology strategy and implementation projects, ensuring quality and timely deliverables.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage for employees and their families.
  • 401k plan enrollment and access to an employee stock ownership program.
  • Eligibility for annual bonuses based on performance.
  • Unlimited flexible time off alongside ten paid holidays each year.
  • Ten weeks of paid parental leave eligibility upon hire.
Full Job Description
Are you ready to make an impact?

As a Senior Architect within West Monroe's Technology Advisory practice, you will play a critical role in helping clients navigate complex technology challenges, develop innovative solutions, and achieve their business objectives. You will lead technology strategy engagements, design scalable architectures, and guide clients through digital transformation initiatives. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and exceptional communication skills to deliver impactful results.

Key Responsibilities

Client Engagements
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing technology strategy and architectural guidance aligned with their business goals.
  • Lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale technology solutions, including cloud architectures, digital platforms, and integration strategies.
  • Conduct technology assessments, gap analyses, and roadmap development to support client objectives.
  • Leverage AI tools to accelerate analysis, synthesize complex information, and support data-driven recommendations for clients, exercising sound judgement of client outcomes.

Solution Design
  • Develop robust, scalable, and secure architectures that address client needs across various domains such as cloud computing, data platforms, enterprise applications, and emerging technologies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between business requirements and technical solutions.
  • Stay up-to-date on industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating them into client solutions where appropriate.

Leadership & Team Development
  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to their professional development by sharing technical expertise and industry knowledge.
  • Provide thought leadership and contribute to the development of best practices within the Technology Advisory practice.
  • Partner with business development teams to identify opportunities, craft proposals, and support pre-sales activities.

Project Delivery
  • Lead and manage technology strategy and implementation projects, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, requirements, and success metrics.
  • Manage risks and resolve project challenges to ensure client satisfaction.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
  • Experience: 8+ years of experience in technology strategy, architecture design, and/or implementation, preferably in a consulting environment.
  • Proven track record of leading complex technology initiatives and delivering results.
  • Expertise in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and enterprise architecture frameworks.
  • Strong understanding of data architecture, integration strategies, and application development methodologies.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Travel to client sites 30 to 50%
  • Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future
  • Experience integrating AI tools (e.g.,ChatGPT) into day to day workflows to enhance productivity and insight generation, coupled with strong critical thinking to assess accuracy, mitigate bias, and ensure high-quality outputs..

Preferred Skills
  • Experience with emerging technologies such as AI/ML, IoT, or blockchain.
  • Industry certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, TOGAF, PMP, etc.).
  • Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.


Based on pay transparency guidelines, the salary range for this role can vary based on your proximity to one of our West Monroe offices (see table below). Information on our competitive total rewards package, including our bonus structure and benefits is here. Individual salaries are determined by evaluating a variety of factors including geography, experience, skills, education, and internal equity.

Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, purchase shares from our employee stock ownership program and be eligible to receive annual bonuses. Employees will also receive unlimited flexible time off and ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental leave will also be available upon hire date.

Seattle or Washington, D.C.

$203,200-$239,100 USD

Los Angeles

$212,900-$250,500 USD

New York City or San Francisco

$222,500-$261,900 USD

A location not listed above

$193,500-$227,700 USD

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