IS Lead Architect

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This position reports to

IS Manager

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to act as the architectural authority for your technology area of responsibility. Each day, you will guide and lead Solution Architects to ensure the integrity of the technology architecture. You will also showcase your expertise by realizing the benefits from standardization, synergy, and optimization of the technology landscape across business and domains. The work model for the role is #LI#Onsite This role is contributing to the IS Services in India/ Globally. You will be mainly accountable for: • Define and maintain IT architecture standards and blueprints for multiple domains, including the core domain Legal & Integrity. • Formulate target architecture, IT roadmaps, and reference designs to ensure alignment with business goals and objectives across various domains. • Provide architectural approvals and conduct architecture reviews to maintain the integrity and consistency of the technology landscape. • Communicate technology standards and best practices to stakeholders across different domains, ensuring effective dissemination and adherence. • Lead technology evaluations and provide ad hoc consulting for architecture and technology-related decisions, supporting domain leaders in their application and platform choices. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment of architectural solutions across different domains. • Act as a key point of contact for domain leaders, facilitating decision-making and providing expert guidance on architectural matters. • Support various initiatives and projects as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in addressing evolving business requirements. • Apply agile methodologies and DevOps practices to enhance efficiency and collaboration across teams. • Scout for emerging technologies, influence stakeholders on taking effective and responsible decisions in their domain/s

Qualifications for the role

• Experience with agile methodologies and DevOps practices to foster a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Knowledge of TOGAF or other architectural frameworks to ensure structured and standardized architectural practices.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, to effectively communicate with global teams and stakeholders.
• Preferred background experience: Azure, Snowflake, Azure DevOps, PowerBI, Microsoft365, OpenAPI,
• Master’s degree in information management, computer systems, information technology, business engineering or similar

More about us

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