Lead Enterprise Architect (Remote)

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Retirement plan

Fully remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Enterprise Architect to steer our technology strategy in a fully remote role. You will guide architectural decisions, mentor teams, and drive digital transformation across a globally distributed organization.

Ideal candidates have a deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), TOGAF, and business-aligned technology leadership. Remote work from Paarl or nearby regions is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required with 10+ years in enterprise architecture.
• Proven track record designing and implementing large-scale enterprise solutions, including cloud-native architectures.
• TOGAF or equivalent framework expertise; cloud platforms experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive enterprise architecture roadmap aligned with business strategy.
• Define and implement enterprise-wide architectural principles, standards, and guidelines.
• Lead design and oversight of scalable, secure, reliable technology solutions.
• Collaborate with business and IT leaders to identify technology enablement opportunities.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and provide adoption strategies.
• Mentor architects and technical staff; guide project teams.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Cloud architecture

Digital transformation

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field

Tools

TOGAF Certified

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Enterprise Architect to join their globally distributed team. This is a critical, fully remote role, underscoring our commitment to building a world-class team regardless of geographical location. You will be responsible for defining and driving the company's overall technology strategy and architecture, ensuring alignment with business objectives and future growth. This role requires a strategic leader with extensive experience in enterprise architecture frameworks, cloud technologies, and digital transformation initiatives. You will guide architectural decision-making across the organization, mentor other architects and technical leads, and champion innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of business processes and how technology can be leveraged to optimize them. This is a unique opportunity to shape the technological future of a forward-thinking company, working entirely remotely from your preferred location, ideally within or accessible to Paarl, Western Cape, ZA.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture roadmap, ensuring alignment with business strategy and technology evolution.


• Define and implement enterprise-wide architectural principles, standards, and guidelines.


• Lead the design and oversight of complex technology solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability.


• Collaborate with business leaders and IT stakeholders to identify strategic opportunities for technology enablement.


• Evaluate emerging technologies and trends, assessing their potential impact and recommending adoption strategies.


• Provide architectural leadership and guidance to project teams and technical staff across the organization.


• Ensure the integration and interoperability of various IT systems and applications.


• Drive digital transformation initiatives and foster a culture of innovation within the IT department.


• Manage architectural governance processes and ensure compliance with established standards.


• Mentor and develop a team of enterprise architects and technical specialists.


• Communicate architectural vision and strategy effectively to all levels of the organization.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.


• Minimum of 10 years of experience in enterprise architecture, with a significant focus on strategic planning and technology leadership.


• Proven experience in designing and implementing large-scale, complex enterprise solutions, including cloud-native architectures.


• Deep understanding of various technology domains such as cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP), data management, application integration, and cybersecurity.


• Expertise in recognized architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).


• Strong business acumen and the ability to translate business needs into technology solutions.


• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive organizational change.


• Experience working effectively in a fully remote, distributed team environment.


• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF Certified) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.


• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.


• Significant opportunities for professional development, training, and certifications.


• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.


• A fully remote work environment fostering autonomy and flexibility.


• Access to cutting-edge technologies and collaboration tools.


• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being.