Title: Enterprise Architect/ Principal Engineer/Technology Strategist

Locations: Tampa-FL, Mesquite-TX, Charlotte-NC

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Ashley Furniture Industries Inc. is the largest furniture manufacturer in the world. Established in 1945, Ashley offers one of the industry’s broadest product assortments to retail partners in 123 countries.Join our team and utilize leading-edge technology to configure, develop, deliver, and support applications for our business in areas such as Wholesale, Retail, and Digital Commerce and you will be part of challenging projects to build and support technical solutions for rapidly growing business needs.Our IT team combines a highly skilled workforce, the most advanced equipment available, and incredible computer optimization to create one of the most agile operations in the industry!

Summary

The Enterprise Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization's overall technology architecture while actively participating in its execution.This position combines high-level strategic planning with hands-on technical implementation across cloud infrastructure, security, networking, and application development.The Enterprise Architect must demonstrate practical expertise in multiple technology domains, lead technical initiatives, and actively implement solutions while ensuring alignment with business objectives and technological standards.

Primary Job Functions

Actively design and implement cloud infrastructure solutions across multiple platforms (Azure, Google Cloud) and implementations into Kubernetes platforms, and understand the concept of cattle vs pets, but the reality of which is which, why, and how to build solutions around that.Develop and execute security architectures within development and application environments, including hands-on implementation of security controls and monitoring systemsDesign and implement network architectures, including practical configuration of routing, switching, and security protocolsCreate and maintain CI/CD pipelines, including direct coding and implementation of automation solutions working with a highly skilled DevOps team of engineersBe responsible for oversight and assistance with development teams to ensure development projects progress quickly, and align to the vision of the CTOImplement database architectures, including hands-on configuration of high-availability solutions and data replication strategiesDesign and develop integration solutions between various systems and platformsLead technical evaluation of new technologies through practical implementation and testingProvide technical mentorship and guidance to development and infrastructure teamsDevelop and maintain architecture documentation while actively participating in the implementationCreate and execute disaster recovery and business continuity solutionsImplement monitoring and observability solutions across the technology stackActively participate in code reviews and development activitiesDesign, implement, and utilize centralized identity and access management solutionsDemonstrate the Company's Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions

Job Qualifications

Education:Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent

Experience:

10+ years of hands-on experience in software development and infrastructure managementDemonstrated expertise in cloud platforms (Azure, GCP, Kubernetes clouds)Practical experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)Strong coding abilities in multiple languages (Python, Java, .NET)Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)Deep understanding and implementation experience with security frameworks and compliance standards.Practical database administration and design experienceExperience with enterprise integration patterns and their implementation

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Benefits We Offer

Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday offGenerous Employee Discount on home furnishingsProfessional Development OpportunitiesAshley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical TourismTelehealth401(k) and Profit SharingLife Insurance

Our Core Values

Honesty & IntegrityPassion, Drive, DisciplineContinuous Improvement/Operational ExcellenceDirty FingernailGrowth Focused

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Corporate Social Responsibility

We are an equal-opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.