Enterprise Architect Digital Transformation

Role: Enterprise Architect – Digital Transformation (For Reputed MNC)

Experience: 16–20 Years

Location: PAN India (Hybrid)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to lead and drive enterprise-wide architecture strategy aligned with business objectives. The role will focus on digital transformation initiatives, business-IT alignment, and governance of the enterprise technology landscape.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in defining and implementing enterprise architecture strategies, working closely with senior business stakeholders, and leading large-scale transformation programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement enterprise architecture strategy aligned with organizational business goals
• Collaborate with business leaders and stakeholders to translate business vision into technology roadmaps
• Lead digital transformation programs including application modernization, cloud adoption, and platform optimization
• Develop target-state architecture across business, application, data, and technology domains
• Drive enterprise architecture governance through Architecture Review Boards (ARB) and standardization frameworks
• Establish and monitor architecture KPIs to measure effectiveness, compliance, and business impact
• Lead application portfolio rationalization and modernization initiatives
• Evaluate and recommend technology platforms, frameworks, and tools aligned with enterprise strategy
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, security standards, and enterprise policies
• Provide architectural guidance for complex business problems and strategic initiatives

Required Skills & Experience

Enterprise Architecture

• Strong experience in enterprise architecture strategy and execution
• Hands-on experience with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF
• Experience in defining enterprise architecture roadmaps and target-state models

Digital Transformation

• Proven track record in leading digital transformation programs
• Exposure to application modernization, microservices, and API-driven architectures
• Experience with cloud transformation initiatives (AWS, Azure, or multi-cloud environments)

Business Alignment

• Strong ability to align IT initiatives with business objectives
• Experience engaging with CXO-level stakeholders
• Exposure to business architecture, capability modeling, and operating models

Architecture Governance

• Experience in architecture governance frameworks and ARB processes
• Exposure to application portfolio rationalization and architecture compliance
• Ability to define KPIs and measure architecture effectiveness

Technology Landscape

• Knowledge of modern technologies including:
• Cloud computing
• APIs and microservices
• DevSecOps
• Data and analytics platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in domains such as Manufacturing, Logistics, Telecom, or BFSI
• Knowledge of EA tools such as LeanIX, ArchiMate, or equivalent
• Exposure to data analytics tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Awareness of emerging technologies such as AI/GenAI (good to have)

Key Competencies

• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Strategic thinking with execution orientation
• Ability to influence and drive organizational change
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Leadership experience in cross-functional and distributed teams

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• TOGAF certification (preferred)
• Additional cloud or architecture certifications are an advantage