Principal Enterprise Architect - Digital Workplace

Company: Cornerstone Research
Location: Santa Monica
Posted on: January 16, 2025

Job Description:

We're looking for aPrincipal Enterprise Architect - Digital WorkplaceThis role is Hybrid, Santa Monica OfficeCornerstone OnDemand is looking for a Principal IT Architect (Digital Solutions) who will closely work with the Digital Workplace Tools (DWT) Lead to deliver solutions to enhance the digital workspace experience around: SharePoint - Document Management & Intranet as well as Power Platform and Azure AI. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our SharePoint environment, as well as leveraging the Microsoft Power Platform and Azure AI to create powerful solutions for our business needs and will report to Sr Director - DWT.In this role you will...

• Design, implement, and deliver comprehensive Microsoft 365 enterprise strategy through hands-on development, encompassing SharePoint, Teams, Power Platform, Azure, and Azure AI solutions - including COE (Center of Excellence) framework, governance models, security architecture, and integration patterns aligned with business objectives.
• Architect and actively develop modern intelligent workplace solutions leveraging Microsoft 365 ecosystem, focusing on scalable and sustainable intranet portals, collaboration frameworks, and enterprise content management systems.
• Drive innovation through hands-on development of AI-powered solutions architecture, incorporating Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Document Intelligence, and Azure ML to create intelligent automation and data processing capabilities.
• Design and implement enterprise integration patterns and reference architectures for seamless connectivity between SharePoint, Microsoft 365 suite, and third-party enterprise applications.
• Establish and maintain architectural standards and best practices for SharePoint security, compliance, and governance, including disaster recovery and business continuity planning through practical implementation experience.
• Create and implement architectural blueprints for responsive and modern SharePoint experiences, including information architecture, site hierarchies, and templates that align with organizational taxonomy.
• Develop technical vision and roadmap for SharePoint-based solutions, with hands-on expertise in modern development frameworks (SPFx), microservices architecture, and cloud-native patterns.
• Design and build scalable integration architectures utilizing Microsoft Graph API, REST services, and modern authentication protocols to enable secure and efficient cross-platform solutions.
• Establish and implement front-end architecture standards incorporating modern web technologies (HTML5, TypeScript, React) and responsive design patterns for optimal user experience across devices.
• Architect and develop comprehensive SharePoint information management solutions including metadata frameworks, content types, and taxonomy models that support enterprise search and knowledge management.
• Lead technical strategy sessions and provide architectural guidance to development teams, stakeholders, and clients while mentoring junior architects and senior developers.
• Demonstrate strong hands-on expertise across the entire Microsoft 365 and Azure stack to effectively design, develop, and deliver enterprise solutions while maintaining architectural integrity.You've got what it takes if you have:Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering or relevant experience
  • 10+ years of comprehensive Microsoft technology stack experience, with deep expertise in architecting SharePoint Online/M365 enterprise solutionsTechnical Expertise:
    • Proven track record in designing and implementing enterprise-scale Microsoft 365 architectures, including SharePoint, Teams, Power Platform, and Azure solutions
    • Expert-level understanding of cloud architecture patterns, focusing on Azure infrastructure design, resource optimization, and enterprise security models
    • Deep expertise in Microsoft 365 security architecture, including advanced identity management, conditional access, data protection, and compliance frameworks
    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Graph API architecture and enterprise integration patterns
    • Expert-level experience in automation and DevOps practices using PowerShell, Azure DevOps, and Infrastructure as Code
    • Strong architectural expertise in Azure services, including Azure AI, Cognitive Services, OpenAI implementation, and cloud-native application design
    • Demonstrated mastery in Power Platform architecture, focusing on cross-environment ALM strategies, solution management, and governance frameworks
    • Good to have knowledge of multi-cloud AI services integration, particularly AWS AI services like Amazon Bedrock, SageMaker and other AWS services for comprehensive enterprise AI solutionsLeadership & Business Acumen:
      • Proven experience in translating business requirements into scalable enterprise architecture solutions
      • Strong track record of leading architectural decisions and driving technical strategy across large-scale projects
      • Extensive experience in enterprise UI/UX architecture and accessibility standards
      • Demonstrated success in client-facing roles, with ability to communicate complex architectural concepts to diverse stakeholders
      • Experience in architecting business-critical applications, data flows, and large-scale migration strategiesProfessional Qualities:
        • Strategic mindset with ability to drive innovation while maintaining enterprise architecture standards
        • Exceptional problem-solving abilities with focus on scalable, future-proof solutions
        • Strong project and portfolio management experience, including risk assessment and mitigation strategies
        • Deep understanding of enterprise security, privacy, and compliance requirements
        • Proven ability to mentor teams and drive technical excellence
        • Demonstrated leadership in promoting inclusive, diverse work environments and driving collaborative success
        • Experience in establishing and maintaining architecture governance frameworks and best practicesOur Culture:Spark Greatness. Shatter Boundaries. Share Success. Are you ready? Because here, right now - is where the future of work is happening. Where curious disruptors and change innovators like you are helping communities and customers enable everyone - anywhere - to learn, grow and advance. To be better tomorrow than they are today.Who We Are:Cornerstone powers the potential of organizations and their people to thrive in a changing world. Cornerstone Galaxy, the complete AI-powered workforce agility platform, meets organizations where they are. With Galaxy, organizations can identify skills gaps and development opportunities, retain and engage top talent, and provide multimodal learning experiences to meet the diverse needs of the modern workforce. More than 7,000 organizations and 100 million+ users in 180+ countries and in nearly 50 languages use Cornerstone Galaxy to build high-performing, future-ready organizations and people today.Total Rewards:At Cornerstone, we are dedicated to inspiring excellence and pushing boundaries in everything we do. Our compensation strategy is based on three fundamental principles: equitable pay, market-driven research, and skill-based appraisals. As part of our mission to share success and empower individuals to thrive in an ever-changing world, the listed salary range is just one element of Cornerstone's comprehensive compensation package. This compensation package may also include annual bonuses, short- and program-specific awards depending on the role, and a comprehensive benefit offering. The disclosed salary range reflects the geographic differential based on the location of the position if applicable. The starting salary for the successful applicant will depend on several job-related factors, including education, training, experience, certifications, location, business needs, and market demands. This range is based on a full-time position and may be adjusted in the future. Join us in shaping the future of work - tomorrow, together. Experience flexibility and empowerment in your career at Cornerstone. The BASE salary range for this position is: 146200 - 233900 USD.Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental commitment at Cornerstone OnDemand. All qualified applicants are given consideration regardless of race, religion, color, gender, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class as provided in applicable Federal, State, or Local fair employment laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at or +1 855 454 8433.Read the EEO is the Law poster , and the supplementary poster Read the Read the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster
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