Senior Chief Enterprise Architect

One Connect Technologies; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Senior Chief Enterprise Architect responsible for defining enterprise-wide IT architecture strategy and roadmap. This role involves collaboration with executive leadership to design innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency in the energy sector, along with mentoring a team of architects. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in enterprise architecture, proven leadership experience, and domain expertise in the utilities industry.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in enterprise architecture with strong leadership experience.
• Certifications in enterprise architecture frameworks are required.
• Proven experience in the energy sector is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture framework aligned with strategy.
• Lead architecture governance and standards for technology initiatives.
• Guide integration of modern technologies into the energy ecosystem.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

Digital Transformation

Stakeholder Management

Cybersecurity

AI and IoT Integration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems

Tools

TOGAF

Zachman Framework

Microservices

APIs

SCADA

EMS

AMI

GIS

CRM

ERP

Job description

As the Senior Chief Enterprise Architect you will serve as the principal technical leader responsible for defining the enterprise-wide IT architecture strategy and roadmap. You will work closely with executive leadership, business units, and technology teams to design and implement architecture solutions that drive digital transformation, operational efficiency, and innovation in the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture framework aligned with corporate strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Lead architecture governance and standards, ensuring all technology initiatives are scalable, secure, and interoperable.
• Translate business strategy into actionable technology solutions across application, data, infrastructure, and security domains.
• Collaborate with business units, IT leaders, and external partners to drive enterprise-wide architecture initiatives.
• Guide the integration of modern technologies, such as AI, IoT, cloud platforms, and advanced analytics, into the energy ecosystem.
• Oversee solution architecture for major programs and ensure alignment with the enterprise blueprint.
• Maintain a strategic view of emerging technology trends and their impact on the electricity supply industry.
• Mentor and lead a team of architects and analysts to build a high-performance architecture function.

Requirements :

• Bachelors degree or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems,Information Technology,Engineering, or a related field .
• 7+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, with at least 5 years in a leadership or chief architect role.
• Certificate of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF , Zachman) and Certificate of modern architectural patterns (e.g., microservices, APIs, event-driven).
• Proven experience in the utilities or energy sector is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of industry-specific systems : SCADA, EMS, AMI, GIS, CRM, and ERP platforms.
• Familiarity with regulatory and cybersecurity requirements in the energy sector.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at C-level.
• Experience leading digital transformation and IT modernization programs in complex environments.

Advanced knowledge & experience in these areas :

• Interpretation of Business Requirements & Logical Designs
• Data Architect
• OT Infrastructure, Network & Security Architect

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