Distinguished Engineer Architect, Enterprise Lab Services and Operations Architect

Distinguished Engineer / Architect, Enterprise Lab Services & Operations Architect

Location:

Austin, Hopkinton

Position Overview:

We are seeking a visionary and hands-on Distinguished Engineer / Architect to lead the design, evolution, and strategic direction of our Lab infrastructure, operations and services. This role requires deep subject matter expertise in networking, security, enterprise architecture, and data systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in infrastructure development, with software development experience & data center design (power and cooling), considered a significant plus.

This is a high-impact role that bridges current-state architecture with forward-looking innovation. You will be responsible for assessing existing systems, identifying opportunities for modernization, and guiding the implementation of scalable, secure, and efficient lab environments.  You will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, engineering teams, and external partners alike.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership & Architecture

• Architect and evolve lab infrastructure to support current and future business needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure networking, security, and data architecture align with enterprise standards.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to drive innovation and operational efficiency.
• Develop and maintain roadmaps for lab services and infrastructure evolution.
• Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and operational standards.
• Drive capacity planning, performance tuning, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Consult on the design and optimization of lab environments, including power, cooling, and physical layout.

External Technology Radar & Industry Influence

• Continuously scan and assess emerging technologies, frameworks, and ecosystem shifts relevant the Lab Services & Operations owned architectures
• Build and maintain relationships with industry consortia, open-source communities, standards bodies, and technology partners.
• Represent the company at key industry forums, conferences, and thought leadership platforms.
• Provide strategic insights to senior leadership on technology evolution, risks, and opportunities.

Executive Advisory & Roadmap Development

• Partner with CTO, CISO, CIO, and engineering leadership to shape enterprise technology roadmaps and investment strategies.
• Translate future technology insights into actionable internal strategies and modernization initiatives.
• Evangelize a culture of secure-by-default development.

Mentorship & Capability Building

• Coach and mentor senior engineers, architects, and practitioners across the enterprise.
• Lead internal communities of practice and technical guilds.
• Foster a high-trust, collaborative culture that empowers teams to build securely at speed.

Qualifications:

Required Experience:

• 15+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, infrastructure architecture, data center operations, or related fields.
• Proven expertise in:
  • Enterprise networking and security
  • Enterprise architecture frameworks
  • Data infrastructure and management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable strategies.

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in R&D or lab environments supporting hardware/software integration.
• Data center design (power, cooling, layout)
• Certifications such as TOGAF, CCNP/CCIE, CISSP, or equivalent.
• Background in AI/ML infrastructure, high-performance computing, or edge computing is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Systems thinking and ability to navigate enterprise complexity.
• Strategic foresight with a passion for anticipating technology shifts.
• Influential communicator, comfortable engaging from engineering teams to C-suite.
• Growth mindset with a relentless focus on learning and enabling others.

Who we are

We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That’s why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we’re looking for you.

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