Principal Cloud Solutions Architect - Applications & AI

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Principal Cloud Solutions Architect - Applications & AI

KBR is looking for a Principal Cloud Solutions Architect - Applications & AI to serve as a senior technical leader responsible for defining enterprise architecture standards, cloud-native application strategies, artificial intelligence solutions, and integration patterns across KBR's global technology landscape. This role provides architectural leadership for custom applications, Azure platform services, enterprise integration, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft 365, and AI-enabled business solutions.

The Principal Cloud Solutions Architect - Applications & AI will work within a globally distributed Strategy and Architecture organization. This position will partner with stakeholders across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and other global regions to guide application modernization, cloud adoption, AI enablement, and technology governance initiatives. The ideal candidate will combine a deep expertise in enterprise application architecture, Azure cloud services, AI platforms, and DevSecOps practices with a proven ability to influence technology strategy, establish standards, and mentor technical teams across a complex enterprise environment.

In September 2025, KBR announced that we are spinning our Mission Technology Solutions business into a separate public company. This role will ultimately be part of the new company . The Mission Technology Solutions business partners with governments and defense, intelligence, space, aviation, and critical infrastructure customers to deliver high-end engineering, science, technology, and mission support solutions.

**Ability to work a regular 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM IST schedule**

Enterprise & Application Architecture Define and maintain enterprise application architecture standards, principles, reference architectures, and reusable design patterns

Lead architecture design for custom applications, cloud-native solutions, integration initiatives, and modernization programs

Provide architectural leadership for solutions leveraging Microsoft technologies, including .NET, .NET Core, C#, ASP.NET, Blazor, Web APIs, and modern application frameworks

Establish architecture patterns for microservices, distributed systems, API-first architectures, event-driven solutions, and domain-driven design

Evaluate application portfolios and recommend modernization strategies that improve scalability, security, maintainability, and operational efficiency

Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, security, integration, supportability, and lifecycle management standards

Serve as a trusted advisor to business and technology stakeholders on application architecture and technology decisions

Azure PaaS & Cloud-Native Architecture Lead adoption of Azure PaaS and cloud-native technologies as preferred enterprise application hosting models

Design solutions utilizing Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, API Management, Logic Apps, Service Bus, Event Grid, Container Apps, Key Vault, Azure Front Door, and related Azure services

Establish reusable architecture patterns that promote scalability, security, reliability, observability, operational excellence, and cost optimization

Guide application teams in selecting appropriate Azure services, deployment models, and cloud-native design approaches

Ensure solutions align with Microsoft Azure Well-Architected Framework principles

AI Architecture & Intelligent Platforms Define enterprise AI architecture standards, governance models, reference architectures, and implementation frameworks

Design and govern AI-enabled solutions utilizing Azure AI Foundry, Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Services, AI Agents, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), intelligent search, vector databases, and enterprise knowledge platforms

Guide integration of AI capabilities within custom applications, Power Platform solutions, and Microsoft 365 environments

Ensure AI solutions align with responsible AI principles, security, privacy, compliance, data governance, and operational support requirements

Evaluate emerging AI technologies and recommend enterprise adoption strategies

Enterprise Integration & Platform Architecture Define enterprise integration strategies, standards, and reusable architecture patterns

Design architectures leveraging APIs, messaging platforms, event-driven architectures, Microsoft Graph, and hybrid integration models

Provide governance and architectural guidance for Power Platform, Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, Teams, Dataverse, and related platforms

Establish secure and scalable integration patterns across Azure services, SaaS applications, enterprise systems, and low-code platforms

Guide teams on the appropriate use of low code versus custom development approaches

Architecture Governance, Security & DevSecOps Lead architecture review boards, solution governance reviews, and technical design assessments

Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards, technology roadmaps, security requirements, and operational support models

Define architecture standards supporting Secure SDLC, DevSecOps, software quality, and software supply chain governance

Review security findings, software quality metrics, vulnerability assessments, and compliance controls

Partner with development, cloud, and cybersecurity teams to integrate security, quality, and compliance requirements into delivery pipelines

Ensure solutions align with organizational security standards and industry best practices

Technology Strategy & Leadership Lead proof-of-concepts, technology evaluations, vendor assessments, and strategic recommendations

Partner with technology vendors and platform providers to support enterprise solution adoption and modernization efforts

Contribute to cloud, application, AI, integration, and enterprise technology roadmaps

Support critical architecture decisions, major initiatives, and complex production escalations

Mentor architects, engineers, and development teams

Serve as a senior technical leader across globally distributed teams and initiatives

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field required; equivalent experience may be considered

9 + years of overall Information Technology experience

7 + years of experience in Solution Architecture, Application Architecture, Cloud Architecture, AI Architecture, or Enterprise Architecture roles

5+ years of hands-on Microsoft Azure architecture experience

Proven ability in designing enterprise-scale custom applications and modernization initiatives

Highly skilled in developing architecture standards, governance frameworks, and technology roadmaps

Deep expertise in Microsoft technologies, including .NET, .NET Core, C#, ASP.NET, Blazor, Web APIs, and cloud-native application architectures

Proficiency in designing Azure PaaS and cloud-native solutions

Familiar with Azure AI Foundry, Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Services, AI Agents, RAG architectures, and intelligent application platforms

Skilled in designing or governing enterprise solutions utilizing Azure services, APIs, Microsoft Power Platform, and Microsoft 365 technologies

Strong understanding of enterprise integration architecture, API management, and event-driven design patterns

DevOps, DevSecOps, software quality governance, and software supply chain risk management experience

Knowledge of secure application architecture, governance, compliance, and enterprise security principles

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Proven expertise to influence technical strategy and architectural decisions across large organizations

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities

Demonstrated ability to mentor architects, engineers, and development teams

Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and executive audiences

Experience working across globally distributed teams and business functions

Preferred Qualifications

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate (AI-102)

TOGAF Certification

Ability to design and govern enterprise solutions utilizing Azure cloud-native services, integration platforms, container technologies, DevOps toolchains, Microsoft Power Platform, and Microsoft 365 technologies

Proficiency with Azure AI Foundry, Azure OpenAI, AI Agents, RAG architectures, intelligent search, vector databases, Copilot technologies, and enterprise AI governance

SonarQube, Sonatype Nexus Lifecycle/IQ, GitHub Advanced Security, SAST, DAST, and secure CI/CD practices experience

Knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, and enterprise governance frameworks

Exposure to AWS and Google Cloud Platform environments

We are IT

We are strategic enablers of the business, delivering scalable, secure, and innovative technology solutions that drive operational excellence and support enterprise growth. We partner closely with functions across the organization to modernize systems, unlock data-driven insights, and enhance the digital employee experience. Our global footprint and commitment to transformation position us at the forefront of leveraging technology to create lasting business value.