City and County of San Francisco
San Francisco, California
Enterprise Architect (9976) - Department of Technology Full-time Job Code and Title: 9976-Technology Expert I Fill Type: Permanent Exempt Compensation: USD 167,804 - USD 211,094 - yearly Application Opening: January 9, 2025 Application Deadline: This job will close no sooner than February 8, 2026 (11:59 PM). Applicants must complete this required Supplemental Questionnaire in addition to submitting an application. The questionnaire must be completed by no later than the application deadline of January 31, 2026 (11:59 PM). Please note: If you are coming across this announcement outside of the SF Careers website, you must apply directly on the SF Careers site. At this point, you should be able to view the Supplemental Questionnaire link. Are you ready to make an impact in one of the most innovative cities? The Department of Technology (DT) is looking for passionate IT professionals to help shape the future of technology in San Francisco! As the centralized technology services provider for the City and County of San Francisco (CCSF), DT delivers critical infrastructure and services to over 33,000 employees-supporting public safety, municipal broadband, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and more! With a $140M+ annual budget and a team of 300+ experts, DT is leading the charge in digital transformation. DT provides services through our core areas of IT Excellence: IT Project Management Office Cloud Center of Excellence IT Operations and Support including the Service Desk and NOC City Infrastructure including the Network, Telcom and Data Centers Office of Cybersecurity including Cyber Defense, Identity Management and Disaster Recovery Public Safety Systems and Municipal Broadband Fiber SFGovTV Broadcasting Services IT Finance and Administration Services Emerging Technologies Why Join Us? Innovative & Impactful Work At DT, you won't just work on IT-you'll power a city. Your expertise will directly impact the residents of San Francisco, from closing the digital divide to ensuring secure, efficient city operations. Benefits of Working for CCSF Competitive pay, benefits, and retirement options Career growth opportunities through training, internal mobility, and subsidized education Diverse work environment in a diverse city We offer employees the ability to work from home one day a week while spending the other four days in our San Francisco office, promoting both collaboration and work-life balance Join the team that's shaping the future of technology in San Francisco. Apply today and be part of a dynamic, innovative, and mission-driven IT team! About the Role The Enterprise Architect is a senior technical leader within the Department of Technology (DT), reporting to the Director of Enterprise Applications. This role is responsible for defining, governing, and advancing the City's application and integration architecture. The Architect ensures that technology solutions are secure, scalable, cost effective, and aligned with Citywide business objectives and compliance requirements. Balancing strategic vision with hands on technical execution, the Enterprise Architect establishes architectural standards, designs enterprise grade solutions, and contributes to development activities when needed. The ideal candidate has deep full-stack engineering experience-from modern UI frameworks through backend services, data design, and DevOps automation-and actively promotes the responsible adoption of AI assisted development tools to improve quality, security, and operational efficiency. The Enterprise Architect serves as the principal authority on application architecture within the DT's Enterprise Applications division. While primarily focused on setting strategic direction and architectural standards, this role maintains a hands on approach-leading by example through prototyping, designing, and mentoring development/product teams. This position requires deep technical knowledge across the full development stack, including front end frameworks, server side logic, database optimization, and cloud based DevOps practices. The Architect also plays a critical role in promoting responsible AI adoption by integrating AI powered tools and establishing standards for their ethical use. Essential Duties Define and maintain enterprise architecture standards for applications, integrations, data, cloud, and security. Lead architecture reviews to ensure technical solutions align with enterprise guidelines and industry best practices. Develop and maintain long term roadmaps for application modernization and digital transformation. Evaluate and recommend SaaS, PaaS, and custom built solutions based on functionality, scalability, security, and fiscal responsibility. Solution Design & Delivery Architect and oversee complex, multi system integrations (e.g., CRM, ERP, Power Platform, case management solutions, analytic platforms etc.). Provide architectural oversight on high impact enterprise and cross departmental initiatives. Design and develop prototypes or proofs of concept to validate new technologies, platforms, architectures, or design patterns. Translate business requirements into scalable, maintainable, and resilient technical architectures in partnership with stakeholders. AI Assisted Solution Design Champion the use of AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Platform AI capabilities) to accelerate secure, high quality development. Establish and model best practices for secure, ethical, and effective AI use in solution design and development. Foster a culture of responsible AI adoption across the development organization. Support a culture of innovation by enabling development teams to adopt AI safely and effectively. Promote cloud native design principles and DevOps best practices, including infrastructure as code and automated monitoring. Guide the adoption of CI/CD pipelines, containerization strategies, and scalable deployment frameworks. Ensure applications are resilient, secure, and compliant across hybrid and multi cloud environments. Lead automation initiatives in testing, deployment, and monitoring. Collaborate with IT leadership, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and data governance teams to ensure cohesive, secure solution delivery. Partner with City departments to understand business requirements and design technical solutions that deliver long term measurable value. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non technical stakeholders, ensuring shared understanding and alignment throughout the solution lifecycle. Mentor technical teams in architecture principles, standards, and best practices. Education Possession of an associate's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university OR its equivalent in terms of total course credits/units i.e., at least sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter credits/units with a minimum of twenty (20) semester or thirty (30) quarter credits/units in Computer Science, Engineering or a closely related field . Experience Five (5) years of experience in enterprise architecture, solution design, or technical leadership roles and Two (2) years of full stack software development experience. SUBSTITUTION Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year for year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units or forty five (45) quarter units with a minimum of 10 semester / 15 quarter units in one of the fields above or a closely related field. Note Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. One-year full time employment is considered equivalent to 2000 hours (2000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40 hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full time employment. Desirable Qualifications Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience operating in large scale, complex enterprise environments. Strong background in architecture reviews, solutions design and development of technical standards. Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing complex system integrations across diverse platforms and technologies. Proficiency with analytics platforms such as Snowflake and Power BI. Strong proficiency in data modeling, SQL, and major cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP. Hands on experience with, or leadership in the adoption of, AI assisted tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT). Advanced DevOps expertise, including cloud native design and automated monitoring solutions. Relevant certifications, such as TOGAF and cloud architecture credentials (e.g., Azure, AWS, or GCP), or similar credentials. In depth knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD, containerization, and infrastructure as code. Demonstrated ability to mentor technical teams and influence architectural and strategic direction. Appointment Type Permanent Exempt (PEX), Full Time position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the appointment officer. . click apply for full job details
Enterprise Architect (9976) - Department of Technology Full-time Job Code and Title: 9976-Technology Expert I Fill Type: Permanent Exempt Compensation: USD 167,804 - USD 211,094 - yearly Application Opening: January 9, 2025 Application Deadline: This job will close no sooner than February 8, 2026 (11:59 PM). Applicants must complete this required Supplemental Questionnaire in addition to submitting an application. The questionnaire must be completed by no later than the application deadline of January 31, 2026 (11:59 PM). Please note: If you are coming across this announcement outside of the SF Careers website, you must apply directly on the SF Careers site. At this point, you should be able to view the Supplemental Questionnaire link. Are you ready to make an impact in one of the most innovative cities? The Department of Technology (DT) is looking for passionate IT professionals to help shape the future of technology in San Francisco! As the centralized technology services provider for the City and County of San Francisco (CCSF), DT delivers critical infrastructure and services to over 33,000 employees-supporting public safety, municipal broadband, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and more! With a $140M+ annual budget and a team of 300+ experts, DT is leading the charge in digital transformation. DT provides services through our core areas of IT Excellence: IT Project Management Office Cloud Center of Excellence IT Operations and Support including the Service Desk and NOC City Infrastructure including the Network, Telcom and Data Centers Office of Cybersecurity including Cyber Defense, Identity Management and Disaster Recovery Public Safety Systems and Municipal Broadband Fiber SFGovTV Broadcasting Services IT Finance and Administration Services Emerging Technologies Why Join Us? Innovative & Impactful Work At DT, you won't just work on IT-you'll power a city. Your expertise will directly impact the residents of San Francisco, from closing the digital divide to ensuring secure, efficient city operations. Benefits of Working for CCSF Competitive pay, benefits, and retirement options Career growth opportunities through training, internal mobility, and subsidized education Diverse work environment in a diverse city We offer employees the ability to work from home one day a week while spending the other four days in our San Francisco office, promoting both collaboration and work-life balance Join the team that's shaping the future of technology in San Francisco. Apply today and be part of a dynamic, innovative, and mission-driven IT team! About the Role The Enterprise Architect is a senior technical leader within the Department of Technology (DT), reporting to the Director of Enterprise Applications. This role is responsible for defining, governing, and advancing the City's application and integration architecture. The Architect ensures that technology solutions are secure, scalable, cost effective, and aligned with Citywide business objectives and compliance requirements. Balancing strategic vision with hands on technical execution, the Enterprise Architect establishes architectural standards, designs enterprise grade solutions, and contributes to development activities when needed. The ideal candidate has deep full-stack engineering experience-from modern UI frameworks through backend services, data design, and DevOps automation-and actively promotes the responsible adoption of AI assisted development tools to improve quality, security, and operational efficiency. The Enterprise Architect serves as the principal authority on application architecture within the DT's Enterprise Applications division. While primarily focused on setting strategic direction and architectural standards, this role maintains a hands on approach-leading by example through prototyping, designing, and mentoring development/product teams. This position requires deep technical knowledge across the full development stack, including front end frameworks, server side logic, database optimization, and cloud based DevOps practices. The Architect also plays a critical role in promoting responsible AI adoption by integrating AI powered tools and establishing standards for their ethical use. Essential Duties Define and maintain enterprise architecture standards for applications, integrations, data, cloud, and security. Lead architecture reviews to ensure technical solutions align with enterprise guidelines and industry best practices. Develop and maintain long term roadmaps for application modernization and digital transformation. Evaluate and recommend SaaS, PaaS, and custom built solutions based on functionality, scalability, security, and fiscal responsibility. Solution Design & Delivery Architect and oversee complex, multi system integrations (e.g., CRM, ERP, Power Platform, case management solutions, analytic platforms etc.). Provide architectural oversight on high impact enterprise and cross departmental initiatives. Design and develop prototypes or proofs of concept to validate new technologies, platforms, architectures, or design patterns. Translate business requirements into scalable, maintainable, and resilient technical architectures in partnership with stakeholders. AI Assisted Solution Design Champion the use of AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Platform AI capabilities) to accelerate secure, high quality development. Establish and model best practices for secure, ethical, and effective AI use in solution design and development. Foster a culture of responsible AI adoption across the development organization. Support a culture of innovation by enabling development teams to adopt AI safely and effectively. Promote cloud native design principles and DevOps best practices, including infrastructure as code and automated monitoring. Guide the adoption of CI/CD pipelines, containerization strategies, and scalable deployment frameworks. Ensure applications are resilient, secure, and compliant across hybrid and multi cloud environments. Lead automation initiatives in testing, deployment, and monitoring. Collaborate with IT leadership, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and data governance teams to ensure cohesive, secure solution delivery. Partner with City departments to understand business requirements and design technical solutions that deliver long term measurable value. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non technical stakeholders, ensuring shared understanding and alignment throughout the solution lifecycle. Mentor technical teams in architecture principles, standards, and best practices. Education Possession of an associate's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university OR its equivalent in terms of total course credits/units i.e., at least sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter credits/units with a minimum of twenty (20) semester or thirty (30) quarter credits/units in Computer Science, Engineering or a closely related field . Experience Five (5) years of experience in enterprise architecture, solution design, or technical leadership roles and Two (2) years of full stack software development experience. SUBSTITUTION Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year for year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units or forty five (45) quarter units with a minimum of 10 semester / 15 quarter units in one of the fields above or a closely related field. Note Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. One-year full time employment is considered equivalent to 2000 hours (2000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40 hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full time employment. Desirable Qualifications Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience operating in large scale, complex enterprise environments. Strong background in architecture reviews, solutions design and development of technical standards. Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing complex system integrations across diverse platforms and technologies. Proficiency with analytics platforms such as Snowflake and Power BI. Strong proficiency in data modeling, SQL, and major cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP. Hands on experience with, or leadership in the adoption of, AI assisted tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT). Advanced DevOps expertise, including cloud native design and automated monitoring solutions. Relevant certifications, such as TOGAF and cloud architecture credentials (e.g., Azure, AWS, or GCP), or similar credentials. In depth knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD, containerization, and infrastructure as code. Demonstrated ability to mentor technical teams and influence architectural and strategic direction. Appointment Type Permanent Exempt (PEX), Full Time position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the appointment officer. . click apply for full job details