SME- DPI and Enterprise Architects

National Institute for Smart Government (NISG); New Delhi; On-site; INR 5,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ICDIA, International Centre for DPI Innovation and Advancement, seeks a Subject Matter Expert – DPI & Enterprise Architects to steer design, governance, and strategy for Digital Public Infrastructure and enterprise frameworks.

You will mentor teams, craft architecture blueprints, evaluate emerging technologies, and collaborate with IT and solution teams to ensure scalable, secure systems aligned with global best practices across public platforms.

Qualifications

• Educational qualifications as specified: master's or bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field.
• Advanced certifications in EA or DPI preferred.
• Extensive experience with enterprise architecture and DPI initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal advisor on enterprise architecture and DPI system design.
• Develop and enforce enterprise architecture frameworks, standards, and governance policies.
• Collaborate with solution and technology architects to ensure integrated, scalable solutions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and best practices relevant to DPI initiatives.
• Conduct architecture assessments, gap analyses, and risk evaluations.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Governance

Data governance

Interoperability

Security planning

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree

Advanced certifications in enterprise architecture or DPI

Job description

International Centre for DPI Innovation and Advancement (ICDIA)

Department: Global Services and Operations (IT Engineering Team)

Position Title: SME DPI & Enterprise Architects Number of Positions: 1

Role Overview

The Subject Matter Expert (SME) – DPI & Enterprise Architects will provide expert guidance and strategic oversight for the design, implementation, and governance of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) systems and enterprise architecture. The role ensures that ICDIA's digital platforms are scalable, secure, and aligned with global best practices, supporting research, innovation, and operational initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal advisor on enterprise architecture and DPI system design.
• Develop and enforce enterprise architecture frameworks, standards, and governance policies.
• Collaborate with solution architects, technology architects, and IT teams to ensure integrated, scalable solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies, platforms, and best practices relevant to DPI initiatives.
• Conduct architecture assessments, gap analyses, and risk evaluations to ensure robust system design.
• Provide guidance on data governance, interoperability, security, and compliance across digital platforms.
• Mentor internal teams and guide technical decision-making for strategic projects.
• Prepare architecture blueprints, technical reports, and strategic recommendations for leadership.

Educational Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Advanced certifications in enterprise architecture, digital public infrastructure, or technology strategy preferred.

Experience Required

• 12-18 years of experience in enterprise architecture, solution design, or DPI/technology consultancy.
• Strong expertise in designing large-scale IT systems, digital platforms, and enterprise frameworks.
• Exposure to government digital programs, DPI initiatives, or international technology ecosystems is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in cross-functional collaboration, architecture governance, and strategic advisory.

Key Skills

• Enterprise architecture and digital infrastructure design
• Strategic technology advisory and governance
• System integration, scalability, and security planning
• Data governance, interoperability, and compliance
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to mentor and guide technical teams

Preferred Certifications

• TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework)
• Certified Enterprise Architect (CEA)
• Certifications in Digital Public Infrastructure, Cloud Architecture, or Technology Governance

Age Criteria

• 40-55 years (preferred)

Compensation (CTC)

• Final CTC will depend on experience, expertise, and organizational norms.