Overview :
At the VP grade, the Enterprise Architect (EA) plays a critical leadership role in shaping the organization's overall technology vision and strategy. This role bridges business objectives with technology execution, ensuring that the company's digital transformation initiatives are future-ready, scalable, and aligned with enterprise goals.
The EA drives end-to-end technology transformation, overseeing the architecture of platforms, products, and solutions while guiding teams across functions like Agile, DevOps, full-stack development, and modernization initiatives.
Key Responsibilities :
1. Technology Strategy & Vision :
- Define and drive the enterprise-wide architecture roadmap, aligning with business goals.
- Lead adoption of new tech stack and ensure smooth product integration across platforms.
- Ensure scalability, security, and resilience in enterprise solutions.
2. Digital & Agile Transformation :
Act as a Transformations Agile Coach, enabling teams to adopt SAFe / Agile frameworks.Redefine and streamline the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC / EDLC) processes to make them agile, efficient, and business-driven.Promote DevOps-first culture with CI / CD pipelines, automation, and continuous delivery.3. Tech Modernization & Integration :
Spearhead modernization of legacy systems into cloud-native, API-driven architectures.Integrate diverse business products, platforms, and technologies into a unified architecture.Introduce emerging technologies (AI / ML, microservices, serverless, data-driven solutions) where applicable.4. Leadership & Stakeholder Management :
Collaborate with business leaders, product heads, and technology teams to align architecture with enterprise outcomes.Mentor engineering leaders, solution architects, and technical managers to drive best practices.Act as a strategic advisor to the C-suite on technology investments and modernization.5. Governance & Risk Management :
Define enterprise architecture standards, guardrails, and governance processes.Ensure compliance with regulatory, security, and operational risk frameworks.Measure ROI of technology initiatives and drive cost optimization.Required Skill Set :
Architecture & Development :
Full-stack engineering expertise (front-end, back-end, APIs, databases).Deep understanding of DevOps tools, practices, and automation.Strong command over EDLC / SDLC methodologies.Cloud-native architecture, microservices, containers (AWS / Azure / GCP).Transformation & Modernization :
Proven track record in technology modernization programs.Product integration across large, complex ecosystems.Leading adoption of new tech stacks with minimal disruption.Leadership & Agile Coaching :
Experience as a Transformation / Agile Coach at enterprise scale.Ability to drive cultural change towards Agile and DevOps mindsets.Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence at VP and CxO levels.Soft Skills :
Strategic thinking with execution orientation.Strong communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.Mentorship and team-building capabilities.(ref : hirist.tech)
