Manager- Enterprise Architect in Tech and Cloud Advisory
ZS's Technology Advisory Group ensures our future information, technology and architectural landscape is built to plan and evolve as our business grows, striving to balance future-proofing our end-to-end technology stack while accelerating the speed of innovation and streamlining the delivery of business capability. This role will be responsible for supporting the growth and development of our Technology Advisory Practice within the ZS Technology Services business.
The successful candidate will work closely with ZS practice leadership and be responsible for evolving our practice, enriching our practice assets and collaterals, building, and managing client relationships, generating new business engagements, and providing thought leadership in the Technology and Architecture Area.
What You’ll Do
Design robust and scalable solutions consistent with ZS and industry practices; take advantage of the existing assets and maintaining a balance between architecture requirements and specific client needs
Drive technical architecture and design discussions with internal and client groups to brainstorm and finalize technology solutions
Collaborate with the Architecture & Engineering expertise centre leadership to define technology roadmap and work with delivery team to put together a plan for technical implementation with and stay on track
Stay current on latest technology trends and architecture patterns, and lead the effort to develop ZS POV for strategic decision-making
Engage with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.
Advance ZS’ technology offerings by innovating and scaling tech assets, driving feasibility analysis to select technologies/platforms that provide the best solution
Define and establish a technical strategy, standards, and guidelines in the data architecture domain
Groom junior team members and maintain a culture of rapid learning and explorations to drive innovations / POCs on emerging technologies and architecture patterns
Participate and support the business development activities.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's degree with specialization in Computer Science, IT or other computer related disciplines
8+ years of relevant experience in designing semantic architecture at an enterprise-scale.
Strong engineering mindset to build highly available and robust architecture frameworks, technology solutions and reusable assets
Expertise in one or more of initiatives like cloud strategy, IT transformation, and application portfolio assessment.
Excellent communication and client engagement skills and ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Experience in providing architecture alternatives, product evaluation and recommendations, POVs for implementation/adoption.
Experience in scaling technology solutions aimed at solving complex business problems.
Knowledge of all phases of solution development for large-scale solutions and experience working in agile teams with short release cycles.
Strong technical team leadership, mentorship and collaboration abilities.
How you’ll grow
Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions
Perks & Benefits
At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in India, visit ZS India office locations | Where we work | ZS.
Hybrid working model
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Travel
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.
If you’re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
To complete your application
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.
Find Out More At
www.zs.com
ZS’s Digital and Technology group focuses on driving end to end Digital Transformation that includes Digital Strategy, Human centered Design, exploiting emerging technologies, and purposeful change management to improve customer and company results. The types of solutions include Digital Strategy and Advisory services, end to end Transformation Management, Enterprise Data, Analytics and AI, Intelligent Automation, reimagining business processes with digital first lens and building Digital Products, Solutions and Digital Platforms leveraging Big Data Technologies, AI/ML and Advance Analytics, Digital Platform configuration and integrations. We provide a complete spectrum of technology solutions, from strategy and roadmap definition to full scale implementation and on-going operations. Our team possesses deep expertise in leading digital transformation, enterprise data analytic and AI, Data science and advanced analytics and building end to end digital.
Manager- Enterprise Architect in Tech and Cloud Advisory
ZS's Technology Advisory Group ensures our future information, technology and architectural landscape is built to plan and evolve as our business grows, striving to balance future-proofing our end-to-end technology stack while accelerating the speed of innovation and streamlining the delivery of business capability. This role will be responsible for supporting the growth and development of our Technology Advisory Practice within the ZS Technology Services business.
The successful candidate will work closely with ZS practice leadership and be responsible for evolving our practice, enriching our practice assets and collaterals, building, and managing client relationships, generating new business engagements, and providing thought leadership in the Technology and Architecture Area.
What You’ll Do
Design robust and scalable solutions consistent with ZS and industry practices; take advantage of the existing assets and maintaining a balance between architecture requirements and specific client needs
Drive technical architecture and design discussions with internal and client groups to brainstorm and finalize technology solutions
Collaborate with the Architecture & Engineering expertise centre leadership to define technology roadmap and work with delivery team to put together a plan for technical implementation with and stay on track
Stay current on latest technology trends and architecture patterns, and lead the effort to develop ZS POV for strategic decision-making
Engage with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.
Advance ZS’ technology offerings by innovating and scaling tech assets, driving feasibility analysis to select technologies/platforms that provide the best solution
Define and establish a technical strategy, standards, and guidelines in the data architecture domain
Groom junior team members and maintain a culture of rapid learning and explorations to drive innovations / POCs on emerging technologies and architecture patterns
Participate and support the business development activities.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's degree with specialization in Computer Science, IT or other computer related disciplines
8+ years of relevant experience in designing semantic architecture at an enterprise-scale.
Strong engineering mindset to build highly available and robust architecture frameworks, technology solutions and reusable assets
Expertise in one or more of initiatives like cloud strategy, IT transformation, and application portfolio assessment.
Excellent communication and client engagement skills and ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Experience in providing architecture alternatives, product evaluation and recommendations, POVs for implementation/adoption.
Experience in scaling technology solutions aimed at solving complex business problems.
Knowledge of all phases of solution development for large-scale solutions and experience working in agile teams with short release cycles.
Strong technical team leadership, mentorship and collaboration abilities.
How you’ll grow
Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions
Perks & Benefits
At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in India, visit ZS India office locations | Where we work | ZS.
Hybrid working model
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Travel
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.
If you’re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
To complete your application
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.
Find Out More At
www.zs.com
