Principal Architect, Infrastructure Job at Carnival Cruises (Miami)

Principal Architect, Infrastructure

Carnival Cruises

Location:
United States , Miami

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Description:

The Principal Architect, Infrastructure leads the design of infrastructure solutions to support the strategic objectives of Carnival Cruise Line. This role involves leading and creating detailed designs and documentation to support the development, implementation, and operations of enterprise-class systems used globally across ship and shore locations. The Principal Architect role serves both as the architecture lead and mentor to other architects and engineers.

Job Responsibility:

Lead collaboration with key stakeholders to design and implement secure, robust, and scalable infrastructure solutions aligned with business objectives
Perform engineering function on projects as required
Collaborate with various teams to ensure solutions meet requirements and comply with policies
Lead the design, plan, document, and support the configuration of logical and physical system layouts
Provide cost estimates for capital and project planning
Lead collaboration with the engineering teams to adjust designs
Educate team members on Carnival’s infrastructure strategies, tools, and frameworks
Ensure that infrastructure solutions adhere to security policies, and compliance requirements
Lead the definition of best practices
Lead Disaster Recovery and Business continuity planning, testing, and execution
Ensure consistent and reliable operations across infrastructure platforms
Ensure the optimization of the enterprise infrastructure architecture
Collaborate with vendors for implementation and remediation efforts
Ensure automation and monitoring
Recommend and implement solutions to ensure operational efficiency and system reliability
Lead independent platform assessments
Review postmortem document and make changes to architecture and planning
Lead the resolution of challenging problems on availability, scalability, and performance
Collaborate with CCL Service Delivery Managers on production issues
Act as level 4 escalation for managed service provider
Mentor and lead technical and tactical teams when necessary
Develop, document, and maintain architectural standards and policies
Ensure internal processes are followed
Design and implement security and disaster recovery strategies
Provide project guidance and direction to project teams
Function as a SME for Infrastructure design
Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices
Research new tools, frameworks, and methodologies
Evaluate and recommend solutions
Develop and communicate technology roadmaps
Review and improve tools, methods, processes, and procedures
Collaborate to develop and document next generation systems
Lead the development of system solution standards
Coach, review, and delegate work to less experienced staff
Partner with Shipboard personnel
Collaborate with both Shoreside and Shipboard
Global Responsibilities (All Brands)

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent work experience
10+ years Experience as an Infrastructure Architect, designing and implementing complex infrastructure solutions in a sophisticated environment
10+ years Experience providing infrastructure support for complex operational and design issues
10+ years Experience in Linux architecture, administration, and support
10+ years Experience designing SAN and NAS Storage solutions
10+ years Experience implementing and supporting Backup solutions
10+ years Experience with physical infrastructure Dell, HPE, EMC, Veritas, etc
5+ years Experience with hyper-converged infrastructure design and implementation
5+ years Experience collaborating with a vendor to create a SOW and managing their scope, delivery, and budget
5+ years Experience planning and leading large projects
10+ years Experience in ITIL and IT project management via various SDLCs (i.e. Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, etc)
5+ years Experience informally leading cross-functional technology teams
1+ years In the cruise and/or travel industry
Advanced understanding of Redhat Linux 6,7,8
Cloud AWS/Azure
Virtualization technologies (VmWare)
Dell Servers
Dell/EMC Storage
Hyperconverged Infrastructure
Understand of networking concepts as they relate to infrastructure
Vulnerability tools such as Qualys, Teneble
Containerization technologies (Docker, Openshift etc)
Server build automation (Ansible, Powershell etc)
Excellent knowledge of network hardware, protocols, and standards
Excellent understanding of infrastructure security and scalability
Excellent understanding of disaster recovery solutions and execution strategies
Advanced skills in critical thinking, creative problem solving, and root cause analysis
Ability to quickly pivot to changing priorities while managing multiple deadlines
Outstanding analytical skills and attention to detail with exceptional business acumen
Ability to manage (both for self and others) multiple tight deadlines, prioritize workload and achieve exceptional results
Ability to write comprehensive and concise technical communications
Ability to create PowerPoint presentations that are informative and engaging and deliver them to various audiences including executive management
Exceptional communication, team building, conflict management, and organizational skills
Excellent track record of working collaboratively and leading cross-functional teams
Proficiency in MS Office
Proven ability to quickly learn and teach new technologies and concepts
Ability to successfully navigate team dynamics

Nice to have:

Master’s Degree
VMWare
MCP
Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA)
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MSCA)
Enterprise Hypervisor
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Google Professional Cloud Architect
Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE)
Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI
Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)

What we offer:

Annual cash bonus program
Comprehensive and innovative benefits
Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
Company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes a company match
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus
Hybrid Work Environment
Wellness Programs
Cruise Benefits
Parental Programs
Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Purchase

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 31, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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