IT Platform Architect (SAP/ Workday) #IFL

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking a Vice President for Core Platforms & Architecture. This role involves strategic leadership in enterprise architecture, covering technology platforms and system integration while aligning with business goals. Candidates should have over 15 years of enterprise technology leadership experience, particularly with COTS implementations like SAP and Workday. The role emphasizes team management, innovation, and driving technology improvements within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in enterprise technology leadership.
• Proven experience in architecture, systems integration, and application development.
• Minimum 10 years in people management roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise architecture and application development aligned with business objectives.
• Manage cross-functional teams to deliver reliable enterprise solutions.
• Oversee enterprise-wide application strategy and lifecycle management.

Skills

Enterprise technology leadership

Architectural oversight

COTS implementation

Team leadership

Cloud platforms

Tools

SAP

Workday

RPA

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.

Contact:

Interested applicants, please Email, [e-mail]

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.