Enterprise Architect

Emirates Flight Catering; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager – Enterprise Architect to lead the design and implementation of enterprise architecture strategies. This pivotal role focuses on driving digital transformation, enhancing IT capabilities, and ensuring architectural governance to align with business goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in ERP systems, particularly Oracle, and a strong background in cloud technologies. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and operational excellence, where your expertise will shape the future of IT and drive impactful change across the organization.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in IT with 5+ years in enterprise architecture.
• Proven experience with Oracle ERP systems and cloud solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of enterprise architecture strategies.
• Drive digital transformation through emerging technologies.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

Cloud Computing

Oracle ERP

AI/ML Technologies

Data Architecture

API Management

Agile Methodologies

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

TOGAF Certification

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Automation Tools

Job description

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Job Title : Senior Manager – Enterprise Architect

Reports to : Assistant Vice President – IT

Job Purpose

This role leads the design and implementation of enterprise architecture strategies that align with EKFC’s business goals. It is responsible for driving digital transformation, implementing scalable and secure IT and ERP systems, integrating emerging technologies (e.g., AI, ML, Cloud), and ensuring architectural governance. The role will be instrumental in enhancing IT capabilities, improving operational efficiency, and enabling data-driven decision-making.

Business Unit Purpose

To establish and maintain a unified, strategic enterprise architecture framework that ensures technological alignment across the organisation and enables innovation, scalability, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture roadmap in alignment with EKFC’s long-term business strategies.
2. Lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and modular IT and ERP systems, with a focus on Oracle ERP.
3. Drive digital transformation initiatives, modernising business processes through cloud, SaaS, automation, and AI / ML technologies.
4. Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations that enhance EKFC’s IT landscape and business outcomes.
5. Define and enforce enterprise-wide architecture standards, governance frameworks, and best practices to ensure system consistency and compliance.
6. Facilitate collaboration with stakeholders, business leaders, and external partners to ensure architecture meets strategic and operational requirements.
7. Provide architectural oversight and guidance for major IT initiatives and projects, ensuring alignment with the enterprise framework.
8. Identify and mitigate architectural risks related to system performance, integration, and security.
9. Design and implement cloud-native solutions and manage API integrations to support flexible and scalable system architectures.
10. Develop and implement data architecture strategies, including Master Data Management (MDM), to support AI / ML and analytics-driven insights.

Job Context

As part of EKFC’s broader digital transformation strategy, this role is critical in leading the architectural vision behind major technology programs, including ERP modernisation, data integration, cloud adoption, and enterprise-scale automation. The Enterprise Architect will play a key role in establishing an architecture review board, ensuring alignment between business functions and IT systems, and maintaining compliance with security, risk, and audit frameworks.

Qualifications & Experience

Education :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Certifications such as TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent preferred

Experience :

• Minimum of 8 years in IT, with at least 5 years in an enterprise architecture role
• Proven experience in ERP and Oracle system architecture, design, and implementation
• Proficiency in architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar, cloud computing, security, and compliance
• Extensive experience with ERP systems, particularly Oracle ERP, including design, implementation, and management.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Ability to design and implement cloud-native solutions.
• Expertise in designing modern multilayered architectures that emphasise modular design and API-based integration.
• Strong skills in data architecture, including data integration, analytics, and reporting. Experience with Master Data Management (MDM) solutions.
• Knowledge of AI and ML technologies and their application in enhancing business processes and decision-making capabilities.
• In-depth understanding of security best practices and regulatory compliance requirements. Ability to implement and maintain security measures.
• Proficiency in using automation tools and scripting languages to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
• Experience in designing and managing APIs to ensure seamless integration between systems and applications.
• Skills in planning, executing, and closing IT projects using methodologies like Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills
• Ability to work effectively, to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders.

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

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