Enterprise Architect

Role Overview

• Establish EA governance, EA frameworks, EA methodology and create EA artifacts, EA standards and best practices.
• Design and promote architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices across the organization.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify business requirements and translate them into architectural solutions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to inform architectural decisions and recommendation
• Facilitate architecture review boards and governance processes to ensure compliance with architectural standards.
• Provide guidance and support to project teams in implementing architectural solutions.
• Instruct, manage, and mentor development teams
• Communicate enterprise architecture with other department managers within the organization, outsourcing providers and report on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee Change Control board, participate in Project Review Board to ensure adherence to architectural standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or a related field
• Master's degree in IT management, business management, or enterprise architecture
• Certifications such TOGAF, CISSP (for cybersecurity focus), and cloud-specific certifications from providers like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud are beneficial
• 10 years of relevant experience in Enterprise Architecture, with a background in software engineering, network security, cloud computing, systems analysis, data management or other related fields.
• Strong understanding of business needs, technology trends, and architectural frameworks.
• Experience creating and maintaining comprehensive Enterprise Architecture frameworks.
• Experience with architecture modelling tools CAD, BIM, and 3D modelling software.
• Strong understanding of IT enterprise systems and platforms (Salesforce, NetSuite, Workday) and architectures
• Deep knowledge of various technologies, including cloud computing, data management, networking, and security.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to analyse complex business problems and develop innovative solutions.
• Ability to lead and mentor development teams and influence stakeholders.
• Experience with architectural frameworks and methodologies TOGAF or Zachman, and agile methodologies.
• Experience with cloud computing, network security, data management, and application integration.
• High level understanding and interest of geo-political implications of Open Society’s work.
• Travel is required. Travel frequency depends on the role requirements.
• An excellent knowledge of English.

Tech Stack

• AWS
• Azure
• Cloud
• Cyber Security

Benefits

• Generous time off and flexible work arrangements.
• Employer-paid health insurance and dental plans for individuals and families (no employee contribution required).
• Exceptional retirement savings plan (non-contributory for employees) and life insurance.
• Progressive paid parental leave, reproductive and family planning support, and much more.
• Exceptional opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact; from a generous annual professional development allowance for every employee to onsite training and learning conversations with visiting experts.