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Principal Technology ArchitectGTT, LLC • Oakland, CA, US
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Principal Technology Architect

Principal Technology Architect

GTT, LLC • Oakland, CA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Primary Job Title : Principal Technology Architect

Alternate / Related Job Titles : Principal Technology Architect | Digital Workplace Architect | Principal IT Architect | Enterprise Digital Workplace Architect

Location & Onsite Flexibility : Oakland, CA – Hybrid (remote and onsite at Oakland General Office based on business needs)

Job Details

Position Type : Direct Hire (Client Direct / FTE)

Start : As Soon As Possible

Salary Range : $147,000 – $218,900 per year

Department Overview

The Information Technology organization delivers high-quality technology solutions through close collaboration across departments. The Digital Workplace Team , part of Infrastructure & Cloud Services, enables a best-in-class digital employee experience through reliable devices, modern collaboration tools, and responsive services that drive productivity and engagement.

Position Summary

The Technology Architect, Principal serves as the visionary architect for the Coworker User-Technologies domain within the Digital Workplace organization. This role partners with Enterprise Architecture to define strategic direction and owns the tactical roadmaps that align technology investments with business goals and industry trends.

This leader translates Digital Workplace vision into actionable, scalable, and secure solutions by aligning architecture, funding models, governance, and program portfolios. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, trusted collaborator, and strong advocate for digital employee experience who can influence outcomes across complex, cross-functional environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and align Digital Workplace technology strategies with enterprise objectives and key stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain architecture artifacts including current and future state models, standards, and reference architectures .
  • Partner on portfolio planning and budgeting to align with multi-year strategic roadmaps.
  • Create and enforce technology standards and ensure architectural governance compliance.
  • Monitor industry trends and introduce innovative solutions across AI, cloud, endpoint, and collaboration technologies.
  • Guide solution design from concept through implementation in partnership with Enterprise Architects and Solution Engineers.
  • Provide technical leadership and design review support to delivery teams.
  • Lead change initiatives from business case development through execution.
  • Solve complex challenges across the Digital Workplace stack to ensure productivity, reliability, and security.
  • Present strategies, architectures, and recommendations to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Participate in architecture governance forums including review boards and communities of practice.
  • Manage Microsoft Enterprise Agreement contracts and associated services.
  • Mentor and provide strategic direction to technical teams within Digital Workplace.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business , or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of experience in Information Technology architecture .
  • Proven ability to translate business needs into scalable, secure, and user-centric technology architectures.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder-influencing skills.
  • Preferred Qualifications & Expertise

    Strategy & Architecture

  • Experience aligning Digital Workplace strategies with enterprise goals and long-term roadmaps (5–10 years).
  • Strong understanding of dependencies across networking, security, cloud infrastructure, and end-user experience.
  • Experience leading governance, standards development, and vendor evaluations.
  • Technical Expertise

  • Deep expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Citrix, Intune, SCCM, endpoint monitoring, application packaging, and device lifecycle management .
  • Experience with Power Platform, scripting, automation, and AI-driven IT solutions.
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust architectures and modern security models.
  • Coworker Experience & Leadership

  • Strong focus on employee experience, accessibility, usability, and hybrid work.
  • Experience leveraging analytics, telemetry, and feedback to drive design decisions.
  • Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Benefits

  • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
  • 401(k) Retirement Fund
  • Eligibility for discretionary incentive compensation programs
  • Client Description

    Our client is a leading natural gas and electric energy company serving millions of customers across the United States. The organization is committed to reliable energy delivery, innovation, and creating a positive work environment while making a meaningful impact in the communities it serves.

    About GTT

    GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company based in Alaska. As an economically disadvantaged business, GTT values diverse and inclusive workplaces and partners with Fortune 500 organizations across banking, insurance, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail throughout the U.S. and Canada.

    Job Number : 25-29487

    #LI-GTT #LI-Hybrid #gttjobs

    Company Description

    Global Technical Talent is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation (www.Chenega.com) with over 1.3 billion US$ in revenue and 5800 US employees. We provide Total Talent Solutions, Global staffing, SOW, RPO, Direct Sourcing, and Global Payroll with physical offices in US, Canada, and India. GTT Digital headquartered in Toronto specializes in providing high-tech digital and banking talent to some of the nation’s largest financial institutions. As a leader in the staffing industry for over 22 years, we have become one of the largest staffing firms in the New England region, working with Fortune 500 clients and cutting-edge, technology-driven recruiting infrastructure.

    We are a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation that highly values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients and partners are among the most successful and innovative organizations in the world. Our top clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, and financial services firms, some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies, and prestigious educational institutions in the Ivy League tier.

    There is always a new opportunity for success when you look through all of the open job opportunities on our website’s career page. Just click on this link : https : / / bit.ly / gttcareers

    Awards

    SIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Firm : 2023 and 2015

    SIA’s Best Staffing Firm to Work for : 2019 -2023

    Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company : 2023, 2022, 2016, 2015

    Randstad Preferred Supplier : 2020 - 2023

    TechServe Alliance Excellence Award. 2019

    NH Business Magazines Fast 5 fastest growing companies

    Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist : 2015

    Company Description

    Global Technical Talent is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation (www.Chenega.com) with over 1.3 billion US$ in revenue and 5800 US employees. We provide Total Talent Solutions, Global staffing, SOW, RPO, Direct Sourcing, and Global Payroll with physical offices in US, Canada, and India. GTT Digital headquartered in Toronto specializes in providing high-tech digital and banking talent to some of the nation’s largest financial institutions. As a leader in the staffing industry for over 22 years, we have become one of the largest staffing firms in the New England region, working with Fortune 500 clients and cutting-edge, technology-driven recruiting infrastructure.\r\n\r\nWe are a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation that highly values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients and partners are among the most successful and innovative organizations in the world. Our top clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, and financial services firms, some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies, and prestigious educational institutions in the Ivy League tier.\r\n \r\nThere is always a new opportunity for success when you look through all of the open job opportunities on our website’s career page. Just click on this link : https : / / bit.ly / gttcareers \r\n \r\nAwards\r\n\r\nSIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Firm : 2023 and 2015\r\nSIA’s Best Staffing Firm to Work for : 2019 -2023\r\nInc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company : 2023, 2022, 2016, 2015\r\nRandstad Preferred Supplier : 2020 - 2023\r\nTechServe Alliance Excellence Award. 2019\r\nNH Business Magazines Fast 5 fastest growing companies\r\nErnst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist : 2015

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