Description
The primary function of the Enterprise Architect is to shape and drive the evolution of current and future technology capabilities within my client by leading the enterprise architecture within the Applications domain. The Enterprise Architect will work closely with the Global and Local Architecture & Strategy teams to define, develop and deliver the overall technology strategy, target states and associated roadmaps.
Deliverables/Tasks
Ownership of the development and delivery of a wide strategy for the applications domain, maintaining integrity and reliability across all systems and processes
Define and maintain an overarching application architecture target state and roadmap; ensure that the Application solutions and technologies employed are in accordance with best practice and meet the current and future business needs
Influence, co-ordinate and support new systems and technology adoption to ensure it is consistent with business and technology strategy
Act as subject matter expert on technology solutions in the market place to meet business needs
Identify and engage external and internal expertise to support the definition and delivery of Application solutions, using own network and research to source appropriate guidance and advice
Conduct research and studies on emerging technologies to support business initiatives and increase cost effectiveness and flexibility
Maintain knowledge of global developments in payment services in order to deliver appropriate solutions to industry changes and demands
Able to build rapport and working relationships with the business quickly, not only seen as a 'trusted advisor' but as someone that delivers as well.
A good understanding and ability to communicate the strategy & vision for the Application landscape
Critical Competencies
A good understanding of the complexities of the Application required within a payment industry is highly desirable.
Ability to understand and articulate the Application technology solutions required within a high-availability (24x7) and complex payments environment.
The ability to communicate with executive stakeholders, in particular to deliver difficult messages during times of high transformational focus
Strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills
Experience
Application Architecture experience in the following domains:
Application Rationalisation
Payments application architecture
Application Consolidation & harmonisation
Knowledge of cloud application architecture, Mobile, API based architecture platforms
An understanding of the application of various sourcing models such as in- sourcing and outsourcing and the benefits and disadvantages,
Experience of driving technology led change in large sized organisations
Experience as an architect and a leader in defining and implementing IT strategy and architecture frameworks and maintaining IT strategy and architecture assets
Experience of architectural methodologies and models such as TOGAF
Other significant role requirements
Education in Information technology at bachelor or master level
Experience in the payments industry is strongly preferred
Experience with using and implementing TOGAF based Architecture frameworks
Experience with Service Orientated and Event Driven Architecture
Experience with mobile payments technologies
Deep experience with leading architectures for large (5M+) transformation programs
Deep knowledge and Experience of API driven architectures
Specialized skills in one of Big Data Technologies, API management, High Availability services
(Technical) Knowledge
TOGAF, Zachman, BPMN