Director Technology Transformation & Architecture

Majid Al Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional market leader in Dubai is seeking a Director of Technology Transformation and Architecture to lead technology solutions and the development of the transformation roadmap. Candidates should have 15+ years of experience in IT transformation and relevant degrees. This role offers a collaborative work environment and an opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization.

Benefits

Friendly work environment

Diverse and talented workforce

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• 15+ years of business experience in IT transformation or architecture.
• Deep knowledge of SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, and other technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the group's transformation roadmap.
• Manage the Enterprise Architecture landscape.
• Identify innovation opportunities and promote business value.

Skills

IT transformation

Enterprise Architecture

Strategic planning

Program management

Communication

Management skills

Organizational savvy

Technology understanding

Education

Master's or bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

TOGAF

Project Management Professional certification

Job description

JOB TITLE
Director Technology Transformation and Architecture | MAF Global Solutions | Tech

ROLE SUMMARY
The Director of Technology Transformation and Architecture at Group Technology leads the development of the group's transformation roadmap and manages the Enterprise Architecture landscape. They drive tech solutions, lead a team of architects and strategists, and pioneer GEN-AI solutions.

Role Profile

• Technology Transformation: Provide a holistic view of the business and I&T environment, develop a roadmap to enhance digital maturity, and formulate strategies to drive the organization's digital business.
• Enterprise and Solution Architecture: Establish the Enterprise and Business architecture practice, improve alignment and agility, and manage the Enterprise Architecture activities for efficient business and IT operations.
• Innovation: Stay aware of I&T trends, identify innovation opportunities, and promote the business value of EA as a strategy enabler and technology innovation driver.
• Functional/Technical Competencies: Demonstrate experience in senior technology roles, strategic planning, program management, and Enterprise Architecture.
• Communication: Possess outstanding communication skills, with the ability to negotiate with and influence at senior leadership levels.
• Management Skills: Exhibit excellent management skills, with the ability to handle diverse components of multiple practices, teams, and programs concurrently.
• Organizational Savvy: Display organizational and political savvy, with the ability to navigate the personalities, obstacles, and politics of the organization.
• Technology Understanding: Have a deep understanding of current and emerging technologies and how they can be employed to drive digital business.

Requirements

• 15 or more years of business experience in IT transformation, architecture or technology leadership.
• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, system analysis or a related field of study, or equivalent experience.
• Certified in Architecture Frameworks; TOGAF, FEAF, DOD, Zachman.
• Certified Program/Project Management Professional.
• Deep knowledge of business ecosystems, SaaS, infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), SOA, APIs, open data, microservices, event-driven IT and predictive analytics.
• Deep understanding of information management practices, system development life cycle management, IT services management, agile and lean methodologies, infrastructure and operations, and EA and ITIL frameworks.

What We Offer

• At Majid Al Futtaim, we’re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We’re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!
• Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
• Work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.