Remote Lead Enterprise Architect

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation package

Remote work support

Home office setup allowance

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Enterprise Architect to shape our technology strategy in a remote-first environment. You will define architecture standards, guide senior stakeholders, and lead distributed teams to deliver scalable, secure enterprise solutions aligned with business goals.

You will collaborate with business leaders, drive governance, evaluate emerging tech, and mentor architects, with 10+ years in EA and 3+ in leadership; TOGAF/Zachman, cloud, microservices, APIs, data

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; MBA is a plus.
• 10+ years in enterprise architecture with at least 3 years in a lead or senior management role.
• Proven track record delivering enterprise-wide technology strategies.
• Knowledge of TOGAF and Zachman frameworks.
• Strong cloud expertise (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, APIs, data analytics, and cybersecurity.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience guiding remote distributed teams.
• Experience with solution, application, data and infrastructure architecture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture roadmap aligned to business strategies.
• Define architectural principles, standards and guidelines for the organization.
• Lead design and implementation of complex enterprise solutions across domains.
• Collaborate with business leaders to translate objectives into architectural plans.
• Evaluate emerging technologies for innovation and competitive advantage.
• Provide architectural oversight to project teams and ensure standards adherence.
• Manage relationships with technology vendors and assess enterprise fit.
• Develop governance processes for architectural decision-making.
• Mentor and coach other architects and technical leads.
• Facilitate architecture reviews and design sessions.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, security and cost-effectiveness of the architecture.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Remote team leadership

Governance

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science / IT

MBA (plus)

Tools

TOGAF

Zachman

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the digital transformation space, is actively searching for a visionary Lead Enterprise Architect to join their fully remote team. This is a critical leadership position where you will define and guide the strategic direction of our technology architecture, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering innovation across the enterprise. As a remote-first leader, you will spearhead the development of scalable, secure, and cost-effective enterprise-wide solutions. You will collaborate extensively with senior stakeholders, IT teams, and business units to drive architectural standards and best practices. This role is ideal for an experienced architect who possesses a strong strategic mindset, exceptional leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of modern technology landscapes. You will have the autonomy to shape our architectural future while working from your preferred location in South Africa. We are committed to building a strong, collaborative remote culture, and this role is central to that mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture roadmap, ensuring it supports current and future business strategies.
• Define architectural principles, standards, and guidelines for the organization.
• Lead the design and implementation of complex, integrated enterprise solutions across various technology domains.
• Collaborate with business leaders to understand strategic objectives and translate them into actionable architectural plans.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage.
• Provide architectural oversight and guidance to project teams, ensuring adherence to standards and best practices.
• Manage relationships with technology vendors and assess their solutions for enterprise fit.
• Develop and implement governance processes for architectural decision-making.
• Mentor and coach other architects and technical leads within the organization.
• Facilitate architectural review boards and design sessions.
• Ensure the scalability, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of the enterprise architecture.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; an MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in enterprise architecture, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior management role.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful enterprise-wide technology strategies.
• Extensive knowledge of various architectural frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) and methodologies.
• Deep understanding of cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, APIs, data analytics, and cybersecurity.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in translating complex business requirements into technology solutions.
• Ability to influence and drive consensus among diverse stakeholder groups.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a remote, distributed team environment.
• Experience with solution architecture, application architecture, data architecture, and infrastructure architecture.

Benefits

• This role offers a highly competitive executive compensation package, including a performance-based bonus and long-term incentives.
• Our client provides extensive support for remote employees, including a home office setup allowance, flexible working hours, and generous opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• You will have the opportunity to lead significant architectural initiatives, shape the future of technology within a dynamic organization, and contribute to a culture that values innovation and collaboration.
• We foster a supportive remote environment where your contributions are recognized and rewarded.
• Access to executive training programs and industry conferences is provided.