Lead Enterprise Architect - Remote Focus

Placements24; Rustenburg; Híbrido; ZAR 1 800 000 - 3 000 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Executive-level compensation package

Stock options

Comprehensive health and wellness

Flexible remote working

Professional growth opportunities

Leadership development

Exposure to cutting-edge technologies

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Enterprise Architect to define and drive our enterprise IT architecture from a remote work setup across South Africa. You will partner with senior leadership to shape technology strategy, oversee architecture roadmaps, and guide large-scale transformations with focus on cloud, microservices, AI/ML, and data analytics.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree, TOGAF certification, and 10+ years in enterprise architecture with leadership experience.

Qualificações

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• TOGAF certification is highly desirable.
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture with leadership roles.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture strategy across business, application, data, and technology domains.
• Define standards, patterns, and governance to guide technology choices and implementations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to translate strategic goals into architecture roadmaps.
• Lead design and oversight of major technology transformations and initiatives.
• Evaluate new technologies to boost business capabilities and efficiency.
• Ensure alignment of architecture across diverse units and enable remote teams.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to architecture teams.

Formação académica

Master's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology

TOGAF certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding multinational corporation, is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead Enterprise Architect to spearhead their strategic technology initiatives. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to contribute your expertise from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for defining and maintaining the enterprise-wide IT architecture, ensuring it aligns with business objectives, promotes innovation, and enhances operational efficiency. This role demands a strategic thinker with a proven track record in transforming complex IT landscapes and driving digital transformation. You will work closely with senior leadership to shape the technological direction of the organization and guide the implementation of enterprise-level solutions. Embrace the freedom of remote work while making a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the overall enterprise architecture strategy, including business, application, data, and technology architectures.
• Define architectural standards, patterns, and best practices to guide technology selection and implementation.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand strategic goals and translate them into architectural roadmaps.
• Lead the design and oversight of major technology initiatives and transformations.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and solutions to enhance business capabilities and efficiency.
• Ensure architectural alignment across diverse business units and technology domains.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to architecture teams and IT professionals.
• Manage architectural governance processes and ensure adherence to standards.
• Assess the impact of proposed changes on the existing architecture and business processes.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in the enterprise's technological capabilities.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., TOGAF) are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in enterprise architecture, with a significant portion in leadership roles.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing comprehensive enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Deep understanding of various architectural domains: business, application, data, and technology.
• Extensive knowledge of current technology trends, including cloud computing, microservices, AI/ML, and data analytics.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior executives.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor technical teams in a remote environment.
• Experience with change management and driving large-scale IT transformations.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive-level compensation package including bonuses and stock options.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Flexible remote working arrangement, prioritizing autonomy and work-life balance.
• Exposure to industry-leading technologies and transformative projects.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Chance to shape the future technology landscape of a major organization.