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Senior Enterprise Architect, IBM Infrastructure & Data Center Engineering
IBM, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk. Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.
Position Summary
Your role and responsibilities
We are seeking a strategic and technically deep
Senior Enterprise Architect
to lead the end-to-end design, build, implementation, and ongoing technical guidance of IBM Systems across multiple client data centers. The scope includes but is not limited to architecture for
IBM System Z ,
Power Systems (AIX & IBM i) ,
IBM Storage , and
DataPower
integrations.
The ideal candidate will bring deep technical and practical expertise in hybrid infrastructure, high availability systems, data replication, and security, while serving as a cross-functional leader across infrastructure, application, and business teams.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture Leadership Define and lead the architecture for multiple enterprise data centers leveraging IBM Z, Power (AIX/IBM i), and hybrid environments. Establish a future-ready infrastructure blueprint that aligns with business continuity, scalability, and modernization goals. Infrastructure Design & Delivery Architect highly available and resilient systems using Db2 Mirror for IBM i, PowerHA, and GDPS on System Z. Design and oversee implementation of IBM Storage solutions (FlashSystem, DS8000, Spectrum Virtualize) across data centers. Integrate DataPower Gateways to ensure secure, scalable connectivity across on-prem and hybrid workloads. Program Execution Partner with cross-functional teams (network, security, operations, development) within the client and IBM to drive execution of data center build and migration plans. Own the end-to-end lifecycle: solution design, proof of concept, implementation oversight, testing, and go-live Governance & Optimization Set standards for systems design, performance, resiliency, and cost optimization. Provide thought leadership in IT governance, risk management, and compliance within data center environments.
Mentorship & Collaboration Guide solution architects, infrastructure engineers, and operations teams through design decisions and implementation trade-offs. Act as a trusted advisor to senior executives and business leaders on technology infrastructure strategy.
Preferred Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Technical And Professional Expertise
Required Skills and Qualifications
10+ years of experience in enterprise IT architecture and data center infrastructure. Deep expertise in IBM System Z, IBM Power Systems (AIX, IBM i), and IBM Storage, technologies. Hands-on knowledge of IBM Storage architecture (Flash, SAN, Spectrum suite) and DataPower Gateway solutions. Proven experience architecting high availability, disaster recovery, and multi-site active-active environments. Strong understanding of mainframe modernization, middleware integration, and security protocols. Ability to drive large-scale programs with matrixed teams and multiple vendors. Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred technical and professional experience
IBM Certified Infrastructure Architect or similar certifications (e.g., IBM Certified Solution Architect – Power Systems or System Z). Experience with cloud integration (e.g., IBM Cloud, AWS hybrid deployments). Familiarity with Ansible, Terraform, or infrastructure automation tools. Background in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, government) is a plus.
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Senior Enterprise Architect, IBM Infrastructure & Data Center Engineering
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IBM 6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Senior Enterprise Architect, IBM Infrastructure & Data Center Engineering
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IBM Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk. Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.
Position Summary
Your role and responsibilities
We are seeking a strategic and technically deep
Senior Enterprise Architect
to lead the end-to-end design, build, implementation, and ongoing technical guidance of IBM Systems across multiple client data centers. The scope includes but is not limited to architecture for
IBM System Z ,
Power Systems (AIX & IBM i) ,
IBM Storage , and
DataPower
integrations.
The ideal candidate will bring deep technical and practical expertise in hybrid infrastructure, high availability systems, data replication, and security, while serving as a cross-functional leader across infrastructure, application, and business teams.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture Leadership Define and lead the architecture for multiple enterprise data centers leveraging IBM Z, Power (AIX/IBM i), and hybrid environments. Establish a future-ready infrastructure blueprint that aligns with business continuity, scalability, and modernization goals. Infrastructure Design & Delivery Architect highly available and resilient systems using Db2 Mirror for IBM i, PowerHA, and GDPS on System Z. Design and oversee implementation of IBM Storage solutions (FlashSystem, DS8000, Spectrum Virtualize) across data centers. Integrate DataPower Gateways to ensure secure, scalable connectivity across on-prem and hybrid workloads. Program Execution Partner with cross-functional teams (network, security, operations, development) within the client and IBM to drive execution of data center build and migration plans. Own the end-to-end lifecycle: solution design, proof of concept, implementation oversight, testing, and go-live Governance & Optimization Set standards for systems design, performance, resiliency, and cost optimization. Provide thought leadership in IT governance, risk management, and compliance within data center environments.
Mentorship & Collaboration Guide solution architects, infrastructure engineers, and operations teams through design decisions and implementation trade-offs. Act as a trusted advisor to senior executives and business leaders on technology infrastructure strategy.
Preferred Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Technical And Professional Expertise
Required Skills and Qualifications
10+ years of experience in enterprise IT architecture and data center infrastructure. Deep expertise in IBM System Z, IBM Power Systems (AIX, IBM i), and IBM Storage, technologies. Hands-on knowledge of IBM Storage architecture (Flash, SAN, Spectrum suite) and DataPower Gateway solutions. Proven experience architecting high availability, disaster recovery, and multi-site active-active environments. Strong understanding of mainframe modernization, middleware integration, and security protocols. Ability to drive large-scale programs with matrixed teams and multiple vendors. Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred technical and professional experience
IBM Certified Infrastructure Architect or similar certifications (e.g., IBM Certified Solution Architect – Power Systems or System Z). Experience with cloud integration (e.g., IBM Cloud, AWS hybrid deployments). Familiarity with Ansible, Terraform, or infrastructure automation tools. Background in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, government) is a plus.
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