IT Platform Architect (SAP/ Workday) #IFL

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Technology Leader as Vice President, Core Platforms & Architecture. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership over enterprise-wide technology platforms, focusing on supporting core systems and overall IT architecture. With over 15 years in technology leadership, the ideal profile includes deep experience in managing large-scale COTS implementations like SAP and Workday, as well as strong program delivery in transformation initiatives. Collaborate effectively across business units and manage vendor relationships successfully.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in enterprise technology leadership with architecture and systems integration.
• Deep experience in managing large-scale COTS implementations, especially SAP and Workday.
• Minimum 10 years in people management roles with technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for enterprise architecture and application development.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver reliable enterprise solutions.
• Drive the evolution of IT architecture and technology roadmap.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Application development

Systems integration

Leadership

Cloud platforms

Tools

SAP

Workday

APIs

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]

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