Enterprise Solutions Architect

• We are seeking an experienced Enterprise & Solution Architect to define, design, and govern enterprise-wide technology solutions aligned with business objectives and IT strategy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in solution architecture, application and data architecture, business analysis, and enterprise architecture governance.
• The candidate will work closely with business stakeholders, technology teams, and senior management to translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and integrated technology solutions while supporting the establishment and continuous development of the Enterprise Architecture (EA) function.
• Key Responsibilities
• 1. Enterprise & Solution Architecture

• Design and develop end-to-end solution architectures aligned with enterprise strategy and business objectives.

• Translate business requirements into scalable, flexible, and sustainable technical solutions.

• Evaluate existing systems and recommend architectural improvements and modernization initiatives.

• Ensure solutions adhere to enterprise architecture principles, standards, and best practices.

• Assess technology options and provide recommendations based on business needs.

• 2. Application & Data Architecture

• Assess existing application landscapes, data structures, and technology environments.

• Define application architecture, integration patterns, and data flows.

• Design solutions that ensure interoperability, scalability, security, and performance.

• Identify opportunities for application rationalization and technology optimization.

• Support data architecture assessments and ensure alignment with enterprise data standards.

• 3. Business Analysis & Stakeholder Management

• Engage with business stakeholders to understand business needs, challenges, and requirements.

• Translate business requirements into functional and technical architecture specifications.

• Conduct business and technical impact assessments.

• Facilitate discussions between business and IT teams to ensure alignment.

• Develop architecture documentation, solution designs, and recommendations.

• 4. Enterprise Architecture (EA) Governance

• Support the establishment, development, or operation of an Enterprise Architecture function/office.

• Contribute to defining EA frameworks, methodologies, principles, and standards.

• Establish and support architecture governance processes and compliance mechanisms.

• Develop and maintain architecture repositories, reference models, and documentation.

• Review proposed solutions to ensure compliance with enterprise architecture standards.

• Support technology roadmaps and enterprise-wide transformation initiatives.

Requirements

• 8–12 years of overall experience in IT, technology, or architecture-related roles.

• 4–6 years of hands-on experience in Solution Architecture.

• Strong experience in application architecture, data assessment, integration, and solution design.

• Proven ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

• Practical experience in establishing, developing, or supporting an Enterprise Architecture function or office.

• Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks, governance models, and architectural standards.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior business and IT stakeholders.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills & Knowledge

• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF.

• Knowledge of application and data architecture principles.

• Understanding of system integration, APIs, and enterprise integration patterns.

• Experience in architecture governance, technology roadmaps, and solution assessments.

• Ability to develop architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and solution blueprints.

• Relevant certifications in TOGAF, Enterprise Architecture, or Solution Architecture are an advantage.