Vice President, Chief Architect
Chicago, IL, United States
Vice President, Chief Architect
About the Company
Leading provider of 3D design & visualization software
Industry
Computer Software
Type
Public Company
Founded
1982
Employees
10,001+
Categories
Software
3D Technology
Architecture
Construction
Information Technology & Services
Technology
AutoCAD
Autodesk
3D Printing
Design
Engineering
Manufacturing
Media
CAD Software
Visual Design
Multimedia Design
Design and Architectural Services
Building Management
Sustainability
Talent Management
Computers
Design Services
Integration Services
IT Management
Specialties
3D Design Software and Technology
Digital Prototyping
Sustainable Design Software
Media & Entertainment
Consumer Software
PLM
Cloud
and Mobile
Business Classifications
SAAS
B2B
Enterprise
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Vice President, Chief Architect to define and lead the architectural future vision of technology within its Chief Operating Officer organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and management of the organization's architecture, with a focus on commerce, marketing, sales, customer success, finance, data, and AI systems. This role requires expertise in ensuring that the architecture meets the desired quality attributes, creating technology roadmaps, and leading the team in aligning technical direction with business needs. The Vice President, Chief Architect will also mentor and build a team of Architects, champion modern development practices, and collaborate with other Chief Architects to drive technical alignment across the company.Applicants must have a minimum of 10 years' experience in leading architecture and/or engineering, with a strong background in SaaS, product, or technology companies. An enterprise architecture leadership role with a focus on .COM, commerce, and backend services is essential. The role demands a candidate with a BS or MS in engineering or computer science, advanced certifications being a plus, and a proven track record of inspiring both business and technical alignment. Strong understanding of business processes, digital transformation, and experience with Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and modern software development lifecycles is also required. The ideal candidate will be an inspirational leader, a proponent of systems thinking, and will embody the values of the company's corporate culture.
Hiring Manager Title
Chief Technologist
Travel Percent
10%
Functions
Engineering
Information Technology
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