Enterprise Architect - TOGAF Certified (10-12 yrs)

Experience : 10+ Years

Work Mode : Remote

Work Type : Contract

Shift Timings : 2 Pm to 11 Pm

Availability : Immediate

Freelancers who are willing to support may also apply.

Job Summary :

As an Enterprise Architect, you will lead the design and implementation of a robust enterprise-wide architecture strategy, aligning IT and business objectives.

The role requires a deep understanding of industry best practices, including TOGAF architectural principles, and a proactive approach to ensuring technology investments deliver measurable business outcomes.

You will oversee the organization's digital transformation journey, focusing on scalability, performance, security, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities :

Architectural Strategy & Framework Development :

- Develop a comprehensive Enterprise Architecture Roadmap to support business goals and future scalability.

- Define, document, and enforce TOGAF-based architectural principles, ensuring alignment with business and IT strategies.

- Identify and address gaps in the current architecture, aligning solutions with enterprise standards.

Technology Evaluation & Adoption :

- Assess emerging technologies for potential business value and alignment with enterprise needs.

- Develop technology adoption strategies with a focus on cloud-native architectures, AI/ML, and data-driven systems.

- Ensure the adoption of modular, flexible, and scalable platforms to accommodate future growth.

Solution Design & Delivery :

- Collaborate with teams to design solutions adhering to principles like:

- Promote reusable components and modular designs.

- Integrate solutions across departments and business units seamlessly.

- Oversee the implementation of solutions, ensuring adherence to architectural standards.

Governance & Compliance :

- Define and enforce enterprise-wide governance frameworks to manage risks, costs, and compliance.

- Establish review boards and architecture review processes to monitor adherence to standards and principles.

- Regularly update architecture standards to reflect changes in regulations, technologies, and business priorities.

Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement :

- Monitor the performance of existing architectures and recommend optimizations for improved efficiency.

- Foster a culture of continuous learning by introducing best practices and innovative technologies.

- Drive enterprise-wide Agile and DevOps practices, enhancing delivery timelines and quality.

Qualifications :

Education : Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related fields.

Experience :

- 10+ years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 5 years as an enterprise architect.

- Proven track record in leading digital transformation initiatives and technology modernization projects.

Certifications :

- TOGAF Certified (Foundation & Practitioner) or equivalent.

- Cloud certifications (e., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Architect).

- ITIL, COBIT, or PMP certification is a plus.

Skills & Expertise :

- Proficiency in enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, Gartner EA).

- In-depth knowledge of cloud computing, microservices, APIs, and containerization.

- Expertise in enterprise tools : EA repositories, ITSM tools, and DevOps toolchains.

- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

- Enterprise Best Practices Emphasized in This Role

- Implement Agile and Lean methodologies to enhance responsiveness to change.

- Use analytics and metrics to guide architecture decisions and measure success.