Director of Enterprise Architecture and Intergration

Position Summary:

As an

Enterprise Architect , you will be responsible for defining, designing, and driving the enterprise architecture vision across various domains, with a special emphasis on integrating and optimizing systems using

MuleSoft . You will leverage the

TOGAF

framework to ensure architectural alignment with business strategy, while using

MuleSoft

to create seamless integrations between our on-premises systems and cloud environments. Your role will be pivotal in developing scalable and secure architectural frameworks that deliver operational efficiency and innovation across the organization.

Job Duties: Lead the creation, maintenance, and evolution of the enterprise architecture roadmap, aligning it with organizational goals and leveraging the

TOGAF

framework to drive architectural development and governance. Design and implement integration solutions using

MuleSoft Anypoint Platform

to enable seamless communication between on-premise and cloud applications, third-party systems, and microservices. Apply the

TOGAF ADM

(Architecture Development Method) to define the architecture vision, principles, and target architecture, ensuring consistency, scalability, and alignment with business needs. Define and enforce best practices for

API design, development , and

management

using

MuleSoft , ensuring secure, scalable, and reusable APIs that can be easily governed across the enterprise. Work closely with senior leadership, business stakeholders, IT teams, and project managers to gather requirements, understand business needs, and propose architectural solutions that drive efficiency and innovation. Identify architectural risks and issues, proactively developing mitigation strategies. Ensure that solutions adhere to industry standards and compliance regulations, including security, privacy, and governance frameworks. Stay up to date with the latest developments in both the

TOGAF

and

MuleSoft

ecosystems. Champion new technologies, frameworks, and best practices that enhance the organization's architecture and integration capabilities. Provide mentoring and guidance to junior architects, solution architects, and development teams on enterprise architecture principles, TOGAF methodologies, and MuleSoft implementation best practices. Job Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field Plus 10 years of Enterprise Architecture experience or A master's degree in computer science or information technology with 7 years of Architectural experience is required. 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, solution architecture, or systems integration. At least 5 years of hands-on experience with

MuleSoft Anypoint Platform

(including Anypoint Studio, Anypoint Exchange, and Anypoint Management Console). Proven experience in

enterprise architecture frameworks , particularly

TOGAF

(Architecture Development Method, Architecture Views, etc.). Strong experience in designing and delivering

API-led connectivity

solutions using MuleSoft. Extensive knowledge of

MuleSoft ESB ,

API Gateway ,

DataWeave ,

CloudHub , and

MuleSoft Composer . Deep understanding of

microservices architecture ,

event-driven architecture , and

enterprise integration patterns (EIP) . Expertise in

cloud platforms

(AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid/cloud integration strategies. Experience with

security

protocols (OAuth2.0, JWT, SSO) and governance of integration solutions. Knowledge of

DevOps

tools and practices, including CI/CD pipelines,

Jenkins ,

MuleSoft CI/CD , and

Git . Strong knowledge of

TOGAF principles , including business, data, application, and technology architectures. Hands-on experience in applying

TOGAF ADM

(Architecture Development Method) in enterprise-level transformations. Familiarity with

enterprise architecture tools

like

Sparx Enterprise Architect

or similar platforms. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills. Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and lead projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Schedule/Location:

Remote - AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, MI, NV, NY, PA, TX, WV Schedule - Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Compensation/Benefits:

Salary:

$200,000-225,000/yr Health, Vision, & Dental Benefits Wellness & Mental Health:

Shared benefits available for employees and their families Paid Time Off:

Encouraging work-life balance and personal well-being 401(k) Plan:

Access provided through Merrill Lynch Monthly Internet Stipend

About First Legal:

We believe that diversity is integral to our success, and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, or any other basis protected by law.

First Legal is the first truly comprehensive File Thru Trial™ solutions firm. With over 17 offices across the United States, First Legal has been serving thousands of law firms and corporations for more than 30 years across our six divisions - Court & Process, Depositions, Discovery, Records, Digital and Investigations. Our success comes through our company culture of innovation and trust, commitment to quality service, and depth of industry knowledge. Our mission is to be the most dependable and trusted business partner for our clients by serving every aspect of the litigation workflow. First Legal partners with our clients on a national basis to achieve the most efficient litigation solutions for the betterment of our clients.