Principal Application Architect (Enterprise)

TL;DR

Principal Application Architect (Enterprise Architecture): Designing and optimizing scalable, secure digital applications for large enterprise environments with an accent on cloud-native patterns and technical infrastructure. Focus on translating complex business needs into practical architecture strategies and modernizing legacy digital platforms.

Location: Must be based in Chicago, IL, Peoria, IL, Denver, CO, or Dallas, TX

Salary: $147,760.00 - $240,110.00

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in constructing and mining equipment, utilizing its Cat Digital arm to build industry-leading digital solutions powered by AI and advanced analytics.

What you will do

• Develop detailed architecture deliverables to solve complex business problems.
• Design technical infrastructure, including specific databases, programming languages, and testing approaches.
• Lead the evaluation and deployment of new technologies to enhance existing digital capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure digital solutions meet business goals and requirements.

Requirements

• Expertise in application design, data architecture, and overall IT architecture principles.
• Ability to create IT blueprints and roadmaps aligned with business strategies.
• Proficiency in requirement analysis to elicit and record functional and non-functional specifications.
• Must be based in Chicago, IL, Peoria, IL, Denver, CO, or Dallas, TX.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice to have

• Experience with Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Azure DevOps.
• Hands-on experience with Java, React, and API integrations.
• Knowledge of enterprise security tools, identity and access management, and secure application design.
• Experience modernizing complex digital platforms and implementing cloud-native patterns.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) savings plans and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days.
• Tuition reimbursement and dedicated career development programs.
• Parental leave and adoption benefits.