IT Application Architect

Specific Responsibilities:

1) Strategy Execution

• Working with the Head of IT, develop and maintain the enterprise IT architecture vision and strategy, aligning it with business goals.
• Develop short- and long-term IT portfolio and plans to meet organizational needs.
• Communicate IT vision, strategy, metrics, annual goals, and success factors to the Head of IT and other stakeholders.

2) Managing IT Architecture, Standards, Processes, and Tools

• Plan, design, communicate, and manage IT projects, including tracking and leading system upgrades and replacements.
• Standardize tools and processes for agile development, estimation, and deployment.
• Monitor projects for adherence to defined IT architecture processes.
• Communicate important policy changes that affect internal operations.
• Develop and regularly test Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery plans.
• Manage detailed budgets for capital and operational expenses related to IT architecture efforts.
• Monitor and appropriately manage security and system alerts.
• Ensure regulatory and audit compliance throughout the IT architecture life cycle.
• Manage project related resourcing and address changes to project scopes and resource requirements.

3) Driving for Results

• Set high performance standards for self and others.
• Proactively solve problems and deliver results.

4) Customer Relationships

• Develop and sustain relationships based on understanding customer/stakeholder needs.
• Ensure actions are consistent with the company’s service standards.

5) Global Mindset

• Support employees and business partners with diverse styles, abilities, motivations, and cultural perspectives.
• Utilize differences to drive innovation and engagement.
• Ensure employees contribute to their full potential.

6) Strategic Partnerships

• Develop collaborative relationships with other technical teams, employees, and business partners.
• Explore partnership opportunities both inside and outside the organization.
• Influence and leverage corporate and shared services leaders to achieve objectives.
• Ensure resources are received and corporate strategies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, related field, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 10 years of experience in IT architecture.
• At least 10 years of experience with enterprise architecture, software architecture, or CRM/ERP development, and Agile practices.
• At least 7 years of experience as a team lead.
• Proficiency in managing relationships with Vendors/ partners, ensuring effective communication and alignment.
• Proven experience in the following:
• Hands-on Salesforce development and SAP knowledge required
• Ecommerce platforms and solutioning
• DevOps tools and techniques
• Implementing OAuth2 and REST APIs
• Leading medium to large scale IT initiatives and business transformations
• Maintaining high standards for security and business continuity
• Proficiency in project management methodologies, including Kanban, Agile and Scrum.
• Demonstrated track record that includes working closely with Finance, Sales and Operations for process improvement within IT systems.
• Work with vendors and project managers to provide technical solutions for product development.
• Successfully managed significant system upgrades and replacements with minimal disruption.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, priority-shifting environment.