Enterprise Architect - California

Job Description We are seeking a seasoned Enterprise Architect to lead advisory engagements across State & Local Government customers in California. This individual will act as a senior technical leader and trusted advisor, aligning business objectives with enterprise technology strategy while helping build and scale a growing advisory practice. This is a highly strategic, customer-facing role and operating above traditional Solution Architect / presales functions as a generalist architect driving outcomes across multiple technology domains.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the lead architect and advisor for public sector customers, guiding enterprise technology strategy and transformation initiatives Partner with executive stakeholders (C-suite, agency leadership) to translate business goals into scalable technology roadmaps Lead consulting engagements, from discovery through solution alignment and long-term planning Drive presales strategy and solution positioning across complex, multi-domain opportunities Collaborate with account teams and national architecture leadership to align on large deals and customer strategy Act as the technical quarterback across cross-functional teams (SAs, engineers, delivery, managed services) Support the buildout and leadership of the advisory team as the practice expands across California Maintain long-term client relationships and identify net-new opportunities within State & Local accounts Technical Scope This role spans multiple technology domains, including: Enterprise Networking & Infrastructure Cloud & Hybrid Architectures Security (high-level understanding; deep SME not required) Customer Experience & Collaboration Managed & Professional Services This is hybrid onsite in Sacramento, California. It is offering 150-200k Base + Variable. Estimated OTE can exceed 300k We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, consulting, or strategic presales Proven experience supporting public sector (State & Local Government) clients
• Strong background in complex solution design and enterprise-level strategy
• Experience in consulting, systems integrators, or managed services environments
• Ability to operate as a business technologist—connecting technology decisions to financial and operational outcomes
• Executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Experience leading or mentoring architecture or advisory teams preferred Public sector presales experience VAR or integrator background (not required) Broad, cross-domain technical exposure vs.

deep specialization