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Enterprise Architect jobs on OPT require a degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field, and most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions. With a 24-month STEM extension available, you have up to three years to build the strategic IT leadership experience U.S. employers value.
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VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML's specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world's largest and most awarded health agencies. VML's global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
Enterprise Architect
Role Description
The delivery Enterprise Architect (EA) serves as the primary technical driver for delivering high quality Digital Experience and Digital Marketing solutions for Adobe's Global Enterprise customers. Review and develop architectural plans, lead diverse delivery team, align with client goals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience in a consultative role leading large-scale enterprise digital marketing ecosystems in the role of Architect and/or Principal Consultant.
- 4+ years' experience hands-on architecting and/or implementing three or more of the following Adobe Experience Cloud solution categories:
- Adobe Analytics or Customer Journey Analytics
- Adobe Journey Optimizer, Adobe Campaign or Marketo Engage
- Adobe Real-Time CDP or Audience Manager
- Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) including App Builder
- Adobe Commerce/Magento or another e-commerce solution that integrated with AEM
- Adobe Target or Recommendations
- Adobe Experience Platform (Schema, Query Services, etc.)
- Adobe Workfront Workflow, Planning, or Fusion
- GenStudio, Express, or Firefly Services (< 3 years)
- Strong leadership abilities (an example being proactively convert complex business requirements into technical "solutions") which aligns all delivery team activities to documented customer Business Objectives.
- Experience producing project scope definitions, delivery estimations, resource allocation and project timelines based on product licensing purchase and implementation requirements.
- Ability to quickly diagnose delivery challenges and formulate effective remediation plans to adhere to scope, schedule and budget.
- Demonstrable hands-on experience using enterprise platforms (Adobe, Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft, etc.) with an emphasis on REST APIs, Cloud Storage, Structured/Unstructured Data, Security and Data Ingress/Egress.
- Experience leading cross-functional, multi-region delivery teams.
- Proficient in written and verbal communications with the ability to adjust communications as needed for Technical, Marketing and/or C-Suite customers.
- Ability to travel up to 20% of the time within the United States and occasionally internationally.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science (CS), Digital Marketing or MBA or equivalent experience.
Skills that Set You Apart
- One or more current Adobe Certified Expert certifications (AEM, AJO, Analytics/CJA, RTCDP, Target or Workfront)
- Working knowledge of end-to-end digital marketing journey including Ad Tech (CDP/DMPs, DSPs, etc.), Marketing Automation, omni-channel personalization, Content Management or automation, CRM, Media Execution, and Reporting/Insights.
- Hands-on experience architecting and/or delivering native, Flutter or React-Native mobile applications.
- Proficiency in employing Generative and/or Agentic AI solutions to optimize daily workflows or hands-on experience with building AI agents.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
Who We Are
VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML's specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world's largest and most awarded health agencies. VML's global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
Enterprise Architect
Role Description
The delivery Enterprise Architect (EA) serves as the primary technical driver for delivering high quality Digital Experience and Digital Marketing solutions for Adobe's Global Enterprise customers. Review and develop architectural plans, lead diverse delivery team, align with client goals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience in a consultative role leading large-scale enterprise digital marketing ecosystems in the role of Architect and/or Principal Consultant.
- 4+ years' experience hands-on architecting and/or implementing three or more of the following Adobe Experience Cloud solution categories:
- Adobe Analytics or Customer Journey Analytics
- Adobe Journey Optimizer, Adobe Campaign or Marketo Engage
- Adobe Real-Time CDP or Audience Manager
- Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) including App Builder
- Adobe Commerce/Magento or another e-commerce solution that integrated with AEM
- Adobe Target or Recommendations
- Adobe Experience Platform (Schema, Query Services, etc.)
- Adobe Workfront Workflow, Planning, or Fusion
- GenStudio, Express, or Firefly Services (< 3 years)
- Strong leadership abilities (an example being proactively convert complex business requirements into technical "solutions") which aligns all delivery team activities to documented customer Business Objectives.
- Experience producing project scope definitions, delivery estimations, resource allocation and project timelines based on product licensing purchase and implementation requirements.
- Ability to quickly diagnose delivery challenges and formulate effective remediation plans to adhere to scope, schedule and budget.
- Demonstrable hands-on experience using enterprise platforms (Adobe, Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft, etc.) with an emphasis on REST APIs, Cloud Storage, Structured/Unstructured Data, Security and Data Ingress/Egress.
- Experience leading cross-functional, multi-region delivery teams.
- Proficient in written and verbal communications with the ability to adjust communications as needed for Technical, Marketing and/or C-Suite customers.
- Ability to travel up to 20% of the time within the United States and occasionally internationally.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science (CS), Digital Marketing or MBA or equivalent experience.
Skills that Set You Apart
- One or more current Adobe Certified Expert certifications (AEM, AJO, Analytics/CJA, RTCDP, Target or Workfront)
- Working knowledge of end-to-end digital marketing journey including Ad Tech (CDP/DMPs, DSPs, etc.), Marketing Automation, omni-channel personalization, Content Management or automation, CRM, Media Execution, and Reporting/Insights.
- Hands-on experience architecting and/or delivering native, Flutter or React-Native mobile applications.
- Proficiency in employing Generative and/or Agentic AI solutions to optimize daily workflows or hands-on experience with building AI agents.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Enterprise Architect
Lead with your STEM OPT timeline upfront
Enterprise Architect roles almost always qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Mention your full three-year work authorization window early in applications and interviews so employers know they have time to evaluate you for long-term sponsorship.
Certifications signal credibility to skeptical hiring managers
TOGAF, AWS Solutions Architect, or Azure certifications carry real weight for this role. Earning one before your job search demonstrates the structured, vendor-neutral thinking Enterprise Architects are expected to bring to complex infrastructure decisions.
Target employers with existing H-1B sponsorship history
Large enterprises in finance, healthcare, and technology sponsor work visas far more consistently than mid-sized firms. Prioritize organizations with documented H-1B visa filings, as they already have the legal infrastructure and willingness to sponsor future visa transitions.
Frame your OPT status as low-risk, not a burden
Employers often overestimate the complexity of OPT hiring. Be ready to explain that no employer fees or USCIS filing are required during OPT, and that you handle your own work authorization through DSO reporting at your university.
Align your portfolio to enterprise-scale problems
Enterprise Architects are hired to solve organization-wide challenges, not individual project tasks. Prepare case studies showing how your technical decisions reduced systems complexity, cut integration costs, or aligned IT roadmaps with measurable business outcomes.
Engage directly with technology and transformation teams
Enterprise Architect roles are rarely filled through mass applications alone. Building relationships with solution architects, IT directors, and digital transformation leads at target companies surfaces unadvertised openings and signals the strategic communication skills the role demands.
Enterprise Architect OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Enterprise Architect role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, in most cases. Enterprise Architect positions typically require a degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a closely related STEM field, which are all designated as STEM programs by the Department of Homeland Security. As long as your degree appears on the official STEM OPT designated degree program list and the role is directly related to your field of study, you can apply for the 24-month extension, giving you up to three years of total OPT work authorization.
What should I report to my DSO while working as an Enterprise Architect on OPT?
You are required to report your employer name, employer address, and job start date to your Designated School Official within 10 days of beginning work. For the STEM OPT extension, you must also submit a Form I-983 training plan signed by your employer, report any changes in employment status within five days, and complete self-evaluations every six months. Enterprise Architect roles should be documented with enough detail to demonstrate a clear connection to your STEM degree.
How do I find Enterprise Architect jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters roles by employers who are open to candidates on work authorization. Searching on Migrate Mate for Enterprise Architect positions saves time by surfacing companies already familiar with OPT hiring, rather than applying broadly and spending the interview process educating employers about your status.
Can I work as an Enterprise Architect on OPT if my degree is in information systems rather than computer science?
Yes. Information systems is on the DHS STEM designated degree program list, and Enterprise Architect roles are broadly recognized as requiring the analytical, systems-level thinking that information systems degrees develop. You will need to confirm your specific program's Classification of Instructional Programs code with your DSO to verify STEM eligibility, but information systems graduates routinely qualify for both standard OPT and the 24-month STEM extension in this role.
Will employers sponsor an H-1B visa after my OPT period ends for an Enterprise Architect role?
Enterprise Architects are among the more sponsorable roles in the technology sector because they are clearly specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field, which satisfies the core H-1B eligibility test. Larger enterprises in financial services, healthcare, and technology sponsor H-1B petitions consistently for this title. The STEM OPT extension gives you an additional two years beyond standard OPT, which means you can work through two H-1B lottery cycles before your authorization expires.