Business Application Architect

Volkswagen Group; Sant'Agata Bolognese; Ibrido; EUR 42.000 - 51.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Canteen

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Relocation allowance

Car leasing

Descrizione del lavoro

Volkswagen Group in Sant’Agata Bolognese is seeking a Business Application Architect to join our IT organization, reporting to the Head of IT and the Coordination of Architecture, Data & Services.

You will define and evolve application architecture across corporate platforms, and ensure reliability, security and ongoing evolution of our digital landscape in alignment with enterprise principles.

Competenze

• University degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Experience with applications architecture frameworks and governance.
• At least 5 years in IT/enterprise architecture roles.
• Knowledge of cloud, on-premise and hybrid solutions.

Mansioni

• Define and evolve Applications architecture within Corporate domains.
• Translate project needs into optimized solutions considering scalability and adoption.
• Design and validate architectures for ERP, Sales & After Sales, PLM/ALM platforms.
• Enforce domain-specific architectural standards and governance.

Conoscenze

IT architecture

Enterprise architecture

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

English communication

German language

Architecture frameworks

Team player

Problem-solving

Formazione

University Degree in computer science / information systems / IT / engineering / MBA

Strumenti

SAP S/4HANA

Salesforce

PTC PLM/ALM

Mulesoft

APIs management

Descrizione del lavoro

About The Job

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Description

We are looking for a Business Application Architect to join our headquarters at Sant’Agata Bolognese (BO), reporting directly to the Head of IT and functionally to the Coordination of Architecture, Data & Services.

You will be responsible for defining, maintaining and evolving the applications IT architecture within the Corporate cross-domain solutions, promoting enterprise architecture applications principles and ensuring the reliability, security, and evolution of the corporate digital platforms.

Your Main Activities Will Be

• Define and evolve Applications architecture within the Corporate domains aligned with the overall enterprise landscape, architecture standards, and corporate digitalization strategy, supporting the creation of domain-level architectural blueprints
• Convert project-specific needs into optimized solutions (cloud, on-premise or hybrid) considering resources usage, scalability, and user adoption requirements
• Design and validate innovative IT applications architectures for Corporate platforms like the ERP, Sales & After Sales Digital ecosystem, PLM/ALM Platform (all business relevant platforms except Production and Data Platforms)
• Establish and enforce domain-specific architectural standards and governance, ensuring compliance with Enterprise architecture principles and escalating risks/compliance issues
• Ensure effective integration between Corporate platforms as core enterprise systems, in compliance with the integration standards and API governance, defined at Enterprise level
• Act as Service Manager to Manage external operational services in scope.
• Evaluate, propose and translate IT requirements into consistent architectures within the Corporate domain, in alignment with the technology direction defined by the Enterprise Architect
• Support the design and implementation of Corporate infrastructure solutions (cloud, on-premise, hybrid), ensuring alignment with Enterprise infrastructure principles and security requirements
• Manage the complete lifecycle of Corporate platforms from acquisition and implementation through maintenance, upgrade, and decommissioning, reducing vendor lock-in risks
• Oversee security and compliance for Corporate platforms; work closely with IT security to monitor data security, privacy, and regulatory requirements
• Offer technical guidance to business teams and project partners on Corporate technology solutions, best practices, and architecture patterns

About You

• University Degree in in computer science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Engineering, Business Administration (MBA) or related field
• At least 5 years of experience in IT architecture, enterprise architecture, or senior technical roles
• Experience with applications architecture frameworks and methodologies, technology evaluation and selection, stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
• English knowledge, German will be considered a plus
• Relevant certifications in application architecture frameworks
• Application Architecture Frameworks
• On Prem and Cloud Business Platforms like SAP S4/Hana, Salesforce, PTC PLM and ALM,
• API, Integration Platforms (Mulesoft and others) Management & governance
• Service Management
• Data security
• Team player, able to work in a cross domain and cross functional environment
• Relational skills
• Punctual, reliable and strong communication skills
• Attention to detail, prioritization skills, and time management
• Proactivity
• Negotiation skills
• Structured, analytical approach and problem-solving mindset

What We Offer

Salary & Benefit

• Applicable national collective bargaining agreement: CCNL Industria Metalmeccanica
• Annual gross salary starting from € 46.400.The successful candidate’s placement and final offer will be determined by their experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
• Company bonus and individual bonus (if applicable)
• Relocation allowance (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health insurance for employees and family members
• Flexible hours and hybrid working model (if applicable)
• Company canteen
• Favorable car leasing and purchase conditions within the Group Brands
• Sustainable commuting options, including carpooling and company shuttles
• Welfare programs supporting wellbeing, personal needs, health prevention and work‑life balance
• Paid special leaves on top of national contract annual leaves (e.g. specialist visits for relatives, pets..)
• Dedicated parenthood programs and paid leaves for children enrollment

Learning & Development

• Continuous upskilling through digital and on‑site training programs
• Access to company‑supported language courses
• Structured onboarding with buddy support
• Career development paths and internal mobility opportunities

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which is why applications will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other legally protected status.

We welcome applications from anyone who feels they fit the profile we are looking for and who wants to contribute to create an increasingly inclusive culture in a diverse ecosystem.