Enterprise Application Architect Cover Letter

Please consider me for the enterprise application architect opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for pre-sales systems architecture and process re-engineering support for business opportunities with enterprise-level impact in both systems and operations engineering.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experience creating business cases with opportunity analysis, solution concepts, cost/benefit financial analysis, and operational impacts
• Experience with modeling and developing conceptual, logical, and technical architectures
• Self-starter with excellent organization, administrative, and interpersonal skills
• Strong knowledge of the EA Discipline – EA Review Board, Methodologies, Frameworks (TOGAF, Gartner, Zachman), EA Extended Team models, and core architecture deliverables
• Experience driving results in an organization leveraging current technology trends like cloud, mobile, IoT, microservices and big data
• Experience and working knowledge of External Cloud technologies, specifically Amazon AWS
• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) or related process improvement methodology certification preferred
• Experience with technology covering corporate functional areas

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the enterprise application architect position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technology and business architecture guidance, support, and share decision ramifications to technology and business and other enterprise architecture teams.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• In-Depth Functional Knowledge of standard ERP business processes in the professional services industry (Procure to Pay, Accounting to Financial Reports, Contract to Cash)
• Full-stack development that includes application, database, and front-end
• Strong familiarity with Agile development practices
• Firm understanding in Software Development Life Cycle
• Use of SSIS
• Understanding of Database Design and Practices
• Consulting experience or background
• Level of experience- Previous experience as a Solutions Architect in multiple disciplines

In response to your job posting for enterprise application architect, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for all business and IT stakeholders with information on the value of Infrastructure, Systems and Application architecture and industry best practices in the creation of effective enterprise grade service delivery.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience and understanding of Mainframe, Mid-range, Unix and Windows platforms
• Functional expertise in payments processing and broad industry knowledge in eCommerce, including cross border payments, alternative payment methods and digital wallets
• Enjoys the challenge of a high-energy environment where there are frequent changes and additions to the software
• Experience working in COTS system and implementation using Microsoft technologies
• Should have experience in Analysing & designing integration points and interface specification
• Should have hands on experience in integration using standard middleware such as WebMethods
• Good understanding of software, solution, services sales and new technology
• Should possess in-depth knowledge of Virtualization, Cloud & Hybrid-Cloud Architecture, network (VLAN), load balancers, SAN, performance tools and be able to conduct architecture assessment efforts

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the enterprise application architect position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for thought leadership on architecture & technology matters across NM and ensure that engineering and IT work is aligned with business and technology strategy.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Web development certifications (e.g., MCSD, MCPD, MCTS, and MCSA) or other related certifications are highly preferred
• Knowledge of hardware, software, network, application and systems engineering
• Hands on J2EE development experience
• Experience with API and Web Services
• Experience with Microservices Architecture and design patterns
• Knowledge of emerging integration trends (SaaS, Cloud Integration, iPaaS)
• Experience with message syndication design patterns
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt, previous project management experience

I am excited to be applying for the position of enterprise application architect. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for high level strategic advice for future investment in IT systems and processes to support business objectives.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Industry experience- Consumer package goods experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of cloud security patterns
• Demonstrated understanding of DevOps capabilities, tools, and processes
• Enterprise experience with API management toolsets, DevOps, server infrastructure, network infrastructure, caching methodologies, information security, and database technologies
• TOGAF certification and Zachman framework knowledge preferred
• Deep understanding of cloud architectures, integration, and security design patterns and best practices
• Knowledge of security gateways, SAML/oAuth based authentication, and service level security protection patterns
• Advanced SQL database management and maintenance skills