Sr. Director, Enterprise Architecture

Envista Holdings Corporation; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 192,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Envista is seeking a Senior Director of Enterprise Architecture to define and execute the company’s architecture strategy, aligning business objectives with technology roadmaps and standards.

You will lead a global matrix of architects, govern architecture through the EAB, and partner with IT and business leaders to drive transformation and optimize total cost of ownership. This role sits on the CIO leadership team and shapes technology direction across Envista’s enterprise priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of experience in IT, including enterprise architecture, solution architecture, or related disciplines.
• 7+ years of experience in leadership roles, including management of matrixed or distributed teams.
• Proven ability to influence senior IT and business leaders and align stakeholders around strategic priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a matrixed team of enterprise architects across IT domains, establishing clear priorities and driving consistent execution.
• Define and own Envista’s enterprise architecture strategy, including long‑term technology direction, standards, and domain roadmaps.
• Establish and lead a consistent global architecture engagement model to ensure scalable and effective architecture practices across the organization.
• Chair the Enterprise Architecture Board (EAB) and related governance forums to ensure alignment, consistency, and decision clarity.
• Partner with IT and business leaders to connect technology strategy with business priorities and outcomes.
• Identify and advance innovative solutions that enable transformation, improve efficiency, and reduce total cost of ownership.
• Build and foster a global, cross‑functional architecture community to promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and consistency.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to IT leadership and the business on strategic architecture decisions and investment priorities.
• Drive alignment across business units and functions within a federated operating model.
• Ensure strong linkage between emerging technology opportunities and evolving business needs through cross‑functional collaboration.
• Partner with external vendors, strategic software providers, and managed services partners to influence architecture direction and delivery outcomes.
• Stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating relevant insights into Envista’s architecture strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Strategy alignment

Stakeholder management

Enterprise architecture

Governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

TOGAF

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Senior Director, Enterprise Architecture is responsible for defining and executing Envista’s enterprise architecture strategy, including business‑aligned technology roadmaps and architectural standards. This role ensures technology decisions enable innovation, support transformation, and optimize total cost of ownership.

The leader partners across IT and the business to align strategy with outcomes, while leading a matrixed team of architects to drive solution design, governance, and execution. They establish a consistent architecture engagement model and build a high‑performing, global architecture community.

This role also oversees architecture governance, including leading the Enterprise Architecture Board (EAB), and works closely with internal leaders and external partners to shape technology direction. As a member of the extended CIO leadership team, this individual plays a key role in influencing enterprise priorities and advancing Envista’s strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a matrixed team of enterprise architects across IT domains, establishing clear priorities and driving consistent execution
• Define and own Envista’s enterprise architecture strategy, including long‑term technology direction, standards, and domain roadmaps
• Establish and lead a consistent global architecture engagement model to ensure scalable and effective architecture practices across the organization
• Chair the Enterprise Architecture Board (EAB) and related governance forums to ensure alignment, consistency, and decision clarity
• Partner with IT and business leaders to connect technology strategy with business priorities and outcomes
• Identify and advance innovative solutions that enable transformation, improve efficiency, and reduce total cost of ownership
• Build and foster a global, cross‑functional architecture community to promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and consistency
• Serve as a trusted advisor to IT leadership and the business on strategic architecture decisions and investment priorities
• Drive alignment across business units and functions within a federated operating model
• Ensure strong linkage between emerging technology opportunities and evolving business needs through cross‑functional collaboration
• Partner with external vendors, strategic software providers, and managed services partners to influence architecture direction and delivery outcomes
• Stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating relevant insights into Envista’s architecture strategy
• Collaborate closely with the CIO staff to support enterprise priorities and strategic initiatives

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of experience in IT, including enterprise architecture, solution architecture, or related disciplines
• 7+ years of experience in leadership roles, including management of matrixed or distributed teams
• Demonstrated experience defining and executing enterprise architecture strategies and technology roadmaps
• Experience operating within complex, global organizations with multiple business units or a federated model
• Proven ability to influence senior IT and business leaders and align stakeholders around strategic priorities
• Experience leading architecture governance, including participation in or leadership of architecture review boards
• Experience working with third‑party partners, including strategic vendors and managed services providers

PreferredSkills & Experience

• Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., Information Systems, Business Administration, Engineering)
• Experience in healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, or similarly regulated industries
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF or equivalent)
• Experience driving large‑scale digital transformation initiatives

Target Market Salary Range

Actual compensation packages take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location; skill sets; relevant education and certifications; depth of experience; performance; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed reasonable estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Envista, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401K match, and/or other applicable compensation plans.

$191,600 - $234,200

Operating Company:

Corporate

Envista is a global leader in the dental industry, uniting more than 30 trusted brands—including DEXIS, Kerr, Nobel Biocare, and Ormco—under one mission: partnering with dental professionals to improve patients’ lives. With a heritage of category-defining innovation, our brands have shaped modern dentistry: Nobel Biocare introduced the first dental implant, Ormco is a pioneer in both traditional and digital orthodontics, DEXIS has long been at the forefront of 2D, 3D and intraoral imaging, and Kerr has supported clinicians for over 135 years. Our high‑performing culture is underpinned by our CIRCLe Values and the Envista Business System. Guided by these, we deliver a comprehensive portfolio of technologies, consumables, and services that empower clinicians to provide confident, efficient care—today and for the future. Learn more at http://envistaco.com.

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