Senior Enterprise Architect

Peergrowth Consultancy Co.; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Peergrowth Consultancy Co. is seeking a Senior Enterprise Architect in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, responsible for the design architecture and governance of IT systems. This role involves managing the application landscape, ensuring compliance with IT governance frameworks, and contributing to the organization's digital strategy.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in IT architecture, with a strong focus on cloud migration and digital transformation programs. Opportunities for continuous learning and contribution to cutting-edge technology projects are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in IT architecture, enterprise architecture or digital strategy roles.
• Experience with enterprise systems, IT governance frameworks and architecture methodologies.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud migration.

Responsibilities

• Support the continuous updating of the organizations application landscape.
• Contribute to developing and maintaining enterprise architecture standards and guidelines.
• Assist in defining and driving the organizations digital strategy and transformation roadmap.

Skills

Enterprise architecture methodologies

Application lifecycle management

Digital strategy development

Cloud migration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field

Master's degree in related field

Tools

TOGAF

Zachman Framework

Job description

The Senior Enterprise Architect is responsible for contributing to the overall design architecture and governance of the organizations IT systems. This role ensures that technology initiatives are aligned with business strategy digital transformation goals and enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Application Landscape Management

• Support the continuous updating of the organizations application landscape.
• Analyze and report on the lifecycle of applications including upgrades, modernization and retirement.
• Recommend improvements to enhance performance, reduce redundancy and optimize cost.

2. IT Architecture Standards & Governance

• Contribute to developing and maintaining enterprise architecture standards principles and guidelines.
• Ensure IT initiatives comply with established architecture frameworks.
• Monitor ongoing projects for adherence to architecture and security requirements.

3. Digital Strategy Support

• Assist in defining and driving the organizations digital strategy and transformation roadmap.
• Identify opportunities for adopting digital solutions that enhance internal processes and customer experience.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure digital initiatives support business goals.

4. Digital Transformation Monitoring

• Track and report progress of digital transformation initiatives.
• Measure impact performance and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve digital maturity.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in IT architecture, enterprise architecture or digital strategy roles.
• Experience working with enterprise systems, IT governance frameworks and architecture methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in a related field.
• Experience leading or contributing to digital transformation programs.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud migration and cloud‑based application environments.
• Certifications such as TOGAF, Zachman or relevant architecture frameworks.

Technical Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of enterprise architecture methodologies (e.g. TOGAF, Zachman).
• Strong understanding of application lifecycle management integration and modernization.
• Familiarity with digital transformation frameworks and best practices.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Effective communication skills
• Creativity and innovation
• Customer‑centric mindset
• Teamwork and collaboration
• High ethical and organizational awareness