Enterprise Architect

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Job Overview As an Enterprise Architect , you will lead the design and implementation of a robust enterprise-wide architecture strategy, aligning IT and business objectives. The role requires a deep understanding of industry best practices, including TOGAF architectural principles , and a proactive approach to ensuring technology investments deliver measurable business outcomes. You will oversee the organization’s digital transformation journey, focusing on scalability, performance, security, and innovation. Key Responsibilities 1. Architectural Strategy & Framework Development Develop a comprehensive Enterprise Architecture Roadmap to support business goals and future scalability. Define, document, and enforce TOGAF-based architectural principles , ensuring alignment with business and IT strategies. Identify and address gaps in the current architecture, aligning solutions with enterprise standards. 2. Technology Evaluation & Adoption Assess emerging technologies for potential business value and alignment with enterprise needs. Develop technology adoption strategies with a focus on cloud-native architectures, AI/ML, and data-driven systems. Ensure the adoption of modular, flexible, and scalable platforms to accommodate future growth. 3. Solution Design & Delivery Collaborate with teams to design solutions adhering to principles like: Business Continuity: Ensure fault tolerance and high availability. Technology Reusability: Promote reusable components and modular designs. Interoperability: Integrate solutions across departments and business units seamlessly. Data Privacy & Security: Embed robust security protocols and compliance mechanisms. Oversee the implementation of solutions, ensuring adherence to architectural standards. 4. Governance & Compliance Define and enforce enterprise-wide governance frameworks to manage risks, costs, and compliance. Establish review boards and architecture review processes to monitor adherence to standards and principles. Regularly update architecture standards to reflect changes in regulations, technologies, and business priorities. 5. Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication Partner with business leaders to understand strategic objectives and translate them into actionable technical plans. Act as a bridge between technical and non-technical teams, ensuring alignment and clarity. Provide guidance to project teams, aligning them with enterprise goals and best practices. 6. Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement Monitor the performance of existing architectures and recommend optimizations for improved efficiency. Foster a culture of continuous learning by introducing best practices and innovative technologies. Drive enterprise-wide Agile and DevOps practices , enhancing delivery timelines and quality. 7. Talent Development & Mentorship Provide technical mentorship to solution architects and IT teams. Conduct regular training sessions on architecture frameworks, tools, and methodologies. Develop succession planning strategies to nurture internal talent pipelines. Key Result Areas (KRAs) Alignment of IT and Business Goals: Ensure technology strategies directly support business priorities. Enterprise Architecture Maturity: Achieve measurable improvements in architecture governance and adoption across the organization. Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities to reduce IT costs through efficient architecture and vendor consolidation. Operational Excellence: Deliver consistent, scalable, and high-performing enterprise solutions. Risk Management: Mitigate risks related to technology, compliance, and scalability. Innovation Adoption: Drive adoption of emerging technologies and best practices to maintain competitive advantage. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related fields. Experience 10+ years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 5 years as an enterprise architect. Proven track record in leading digital transformation initiatives and technology modernization projects. Certifications TOGAF Certified (Foundation & Practitioner) or equivalent. Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Architect). ITIL, COBIT, or PMP certification is a plus. Skills & Expertise Proficiency in enterprise architecture frameworks ( TOGAF, Zachman, Gartner EA ). In-depth knowledge of cloud computing, microservices, APIs, and containerization. Expertise in enterprise tools: EA repositories, ITSM tools, and DevOps toolchains. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Enterprise Best Practices Emphasized in This Role Standardization: Foster standardization across technologies, processes, and tools for greater efficiency and consistency. Agility: Implement Agile and Lean methodologies to enhance responsiveness to change. Data-Driven Decision Making: Use analytics and metrics to guide architecture decisions and measure success. Sustainability: Prioritize green IT initiatives and energy-efficient solutions. Customer-Centric Design: Promote user-centered designs for optimal user experiences. Security by Design: Ensure security and compliance are integral to all architecture layers. Show more Show less