Lead Enterprise Architect

Job Description

Position: Lead Enterprise Architect – Government Digital Transformation

Location: Guwahati

Job Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Lead Enterprise Architect to drive next-generation architecture for state-level digital platforms. This role focuses on designing scalable, citizen-centric digital ecosystems using modern, cloud-native and microservices-based architecture.

The position requires strong architectural leadership to establish enterprise-wide standards, enable secure integrations, and build resilient, interoperable platforms aligned with government digital transformation goals. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in large-scale government systems and enterprise architecture frameworks.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

Bachelor's degree in engineering / computer science / IT or MCA.

Certifications:

TOGAF / Zachman Certification (Mandatory).

Experience:

Minimum 12 years of overall experience in IT / Enterprise Architecture.

Proven experience in enterprise architecture for government systems, including large-scale digital platforms.

Strong expertise in designing microservices architecture for high-scale applications.

Experience in API gateway architecture and management, ensuring secure and scalable integrations.

Hands-on experience in building decoupled, modular, and cloud-native architectures.

Demonstrated ability to design scalable, resilient, and interoperable digital platforms.

Experience leading complex, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives end-to-end.

Required Skills & Competencies:

Strong understanding of modern architecture patterns, including microservices and cloud-native systems.

Deep knowledge of integration strategies, API management, and interoperability frameworks.

Proficiency in designing enterprise-grade scalable systems aligned with digital transformation goals.

Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Ability to define and enforce enterprise architecture standards and best practices.

Personal Attributes

Strategic thinker with strong architectural vision.

Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Result-oriented with strong ownership and problem-solving mindset.

High level of integrity and commitment to public-sector transformation.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Architecture & Design

Design and implement microservices-based architecture for large-scale state digital platforms.

Define and enforce enterprise-wide architecture standards aligned with transformation goals.

Develop scalable, modular, and decoupled systems to enhance government service delivery.

Integration & Platform Strategy

Architect and manage API gateways ensuring secure, scalable, and seamless integrations.

Enable interoperability across systems through standardized integration frameworks.

Ensure alignment with cloud-native and modern digital architecture principles.

Leadership & Transformation

Lead enterprise architecture initiatives for government digital transformation programs.

Drive adoption of best practices, tools, and frameworks across teams.

Provide architectural governance and oversight across projects.

Project Design & Delivery

Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into architecture blueprints.

Ensure delivery of high-performance, resilient platforms.

Guide teams in implementation of scalable and future-ready architectures.

Administrative & Compliance

Ensure compliance with government standards, policies, and security frameworks.

Maintain architecture documentation, governance processes, and reporting standards.

Support long-term technology roadmaps and digital transformation strategies.