Enterprise Architect

This is a w2 project. No C2C vendors or candidates PLEASE.We are seeking an Enterprise Architect who has migrated off of Smartsheet. The first part of this effort will be an assessment of the current state and following up on the execution of transitioning from Smartsheet to the Microsoft Platform.About the RoleWe are looking for a seasoned Enterprise Architect to lead a high-visibility, enterprise-wide transformation initiative focused on migrating off Smartsheet and rationalizing workflow, automation, and reporting platforms across a global organization.This is not a lift-and-shift exercise.This role will define the target-state architecture across Microsoft Power Platform, ServiceNow, Workday, Salesforce, and other enterprise systems, ensuring platform consolidation, integration integrity, and long-term governance.You will operate at the intersection of technology strategy, cost optimization, and business continuity.What You’ll Be Responsible ForEnterprise Architecture & Strategy:Define the future-state architecture for workflow, automation, reporting, and collaboration tools.Establish platform consolidation principles and governance guardrails.Evaluate multiple migration scenarios (full exit, phased exit, hybrid model).Provide executive-ready trade-off analysis (cost, risk, timeline).Platform Assessment & Rationalization:Lead deep technical assessment of Smartsheet usage across thousands of users.Map artifacts, automations, integrations, and dependencies.Classify use cases by complexity and migration risk.Recommend retire, replatform, rebuild, or consolidate strategies.Integration Architecture:Map cross-platform dependencies (ServiceNow, Salesforce, Tableau, ERP/CRM, etc.).Define scalable API and integration patterns.Identify automation and connector risks.Prevent re-creation of shadow IT in the new ecosystem.Governance & Risk Management:Establish governance frameworks for the future-state platform model.Identify compliance, data, and security considerations.Design architectural guardrails to ensure sustainability post-migration.Executive Engagement:Translate technical complexity into executive-level insights.Present architecture recommendations to CIO/CFO-level stakeholders.Support funding and roadmap decisions with structured analysis.What We’re Looking ForRequired Experience:12+ years in Enterprise Architecture or Solution Architecture roles.Proven experience leading enterprise SaaS or workflow platform migrations.Strong hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).Deep understanding of API-driven integrations and enterprise data flows.Experience working across ServiceNow, Salesforce, or similar enterprise ecosystems.Demonstrated ability to rationalize decentralized/self-service platforms.Experience in large, regulated, global environments.Nice to Have:Experience with SmartSheet or similar low-code workflow tools.Experience in cost-optimization or vendor-exit programs.Exposure to manufacturing, R&D, or operationally complex enterprises.Experience designing platform governance models or CoE frameworks.