Principal Enterprise Architect, AI

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$192,600–$289,000 / yr
Posted
154 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Oct 7, 2026

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Above market

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Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

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TL;DR · Principal Enterprise Architect, AI

Enterprise Architect, Principal (AI) joins the Enterprise Architecture team to shape the company's technical and AI architecture practice. This individual will develop comprehensive enterprise strategies, lead architecture review boards, and oversee the integration of machine learning capabilities across the organization. The role involves assessing current AI capabilities, defining target states, and establishing governance frameworks for agentic AI systems while ensuring alignment with business goals. Key responsibilities include conducting business value stream mapping, managing infrastructure and cloud strategies, and mentoring junior architects. Candidates must possess expertise in TOGAF and BIZBOK frameworks, along with proficiency in ArchiMate and UML modeling. The role requires a deep understanding of data architecture, ETL processes, and Zero Trust Agentic AI security. Technical skills include experience with cloud computing, cybersecurity, and various data management technologies to solve complex enterprise-wide architectural challenges.

What you'll do

  • Develop and implement enterprise architecture strategies that align with business goals and technology roadmaps.
  • Design and manage the enterprise AI landscape by assessing capabilities and defining target state architectures.
  • Establish governance frameworks for AI capabilities to ensure compliance with standards and architectural principles.
  • Lead Architecture Review Boards to oversee technical decisions and maintain architectural integrity across the organization.
  • Conduct business value stream mapping to identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
  • Create reference architectures, patterns, and best practices for integrating AI/ML into the enterprise ecosystem.
  • Model enterprise architecture using ArchiMate and UML to support decision-making processes.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects while ensuring compliance with security standards.

What we're looking for

  • Master's Degree in Cognitive Science, Data Science/Machine Learning, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field is required.
  • 20+ years of experience in IT is required.
  • At least 6+ years of experience in an enterprise architecture role with a focus on AI strategy and transformation for large organizations is required.
  • Proven experience assessing organizational AI capabilities and leading enterprise-wide transformations is required.
  • Strong understanding of Zero Trust Agentic AI security architecture is required.
  • Proficiency in data architecture, including data modeling, ETL processes, and database technologies is required.
  • Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or FEAF and BIZBOK concepts is required.
  • Experience with ArchiMate and UML for modeling business processes and enterprise architecture is required.

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