IT Platform Architect (SAP/ Workday)

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking an accomplished Vice President, Core Platforms & Architecture. This role involves overseeing the strategic direction and implementation of enterprise-wide technology platforms, focused on supporting COTS solutions like SAP and Workday. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in technology leadership and a strong background in architecture and systems integration. Interested applicants should send their resumes to the provided email.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in enterprise technology leadership.
• Proven track record in architecture and systems integration.
• Experience in managing large-scale COTS implementations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic direction of enterprise-wide technology platforms.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver secure enterprise solutions.
• Drive evolution of IT architecture and technology roadmap.

Skills

Enterprise architecture leadership

Systems integration

Application development

COTS platforms management

Stakeholder management

Cloud platforms

Data analytics

Automation tools (RPA)

Tools

SAP

Workday

Job description

Position Overview:

We are looking for an accomplished and forward-thinking senior technology leader to serve as Vice President, Core Platforms & Architecture. This role will oversee the strategic direction, architecture, and delivery of enterprise-wide technology platforms, with a strong emphasis on supporting core platforms, and overall IT architecture. You will play a critical role in shaping the digital agenda to support business growth, operational excellence, and innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for enterprise architecture, application development, and system integration, ensuring alignment with business objectives and future scalability.
• Lead cross-functional teams of solution architects and developers to deliver high-quality, reliable, and secure enterprise solutions.
• Drive the evolution of the enterprise IT architecture and technology roadmap, with a business-first mindset and a strong focus on COTS platforms (e.g., SAP, Workday), ensuring agility, simplicity, and integration.
• Oversee the design, customisation, implementation, and support of enterprise applications, balancing standardisation with business flexibility.
• Develop and lead the enterprise-wide application strategy, covering both in-house development and COTS (Commercial Off-the-Shelf) solution lifecycle management, including upgrades, support, and vendor management.
• Provide architectural oversight and governance for large-scale initiatives, including cloud adoption, data analytics, enterprise collaboration, automation (e.g., RPA, electronic forms), and integration middleware.
• Conduct technology evaluations and proof-of-concepts for emerging platforms and frameworks to ensure relevance and value to the business.
• Establish and enforce technology policies, standards, and best practices to support robust, secure, and efficient operations.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and cultivate strong relationships across business units and external vendors.

Requirements:

• 15+ years of progressive experience in enterprise technology leadership, with a proven track record in architecture, systems integration, and application development across both custom-built and COTS platforms.
• Deep experience in managing and supporting large-scale COTS implementations, especially SAP and Workday, including integration with legacy systems and cloud platforms.
• Minimum 10 years in people management roles, leading high-performing technical teams across architecture, engineering, and support functions.
• Hands-on experience in modern technology stacks, APIs, and enterprise integration tools
• Strong program delivery background in complex transformation initiatives, ideally within large consulting or systems integration environments

Interested applicants please send your resume to [e-mail]

Venessa Goh Wee Ni

R24124686

Recruit Express Pte Ltd

EA License No: 99C4599

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.