Sr. Director, Enterprise Architecture
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Role Description
The Sr. Director of Enterprise Architecture is a strategic leadership role responsible for defining and driving the enterprise-wide architecture vision, ensuring alignment between business goals and technology strategy.
- Lead the development and evolution of enterprise architecture strategy and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Drive alignment between business capabilities and IT solutions across all domains (application, data, infrastructure, and security).
- Oversee architecture governance processes to ensure compliance, consistency, and quality across initiatives.
- Mentor and develop a high-performing team of enterprise and solution architects.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to inform strategic planning and innovation.
- Act as a thought leader and change agent to promote architectural best practices and digital transformation.
- Partner closely with business and IT leaders to ensure enterprise architecture enables agility and operational efficiency.
- Design and implement scalable, secure, and sustainable technology solutions that address complex business challenges.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including C-level executives and senior business leaders.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by regularly assessing and refining architectural practices, tools, and methodologies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- MBA or Master’s degree in Technology Management or Business Administration preferred.
- TOGAF, Zachman, or other enterprise architecture certifications are a plus.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in enterprise architecture, technology strategy, or IT leadership roles within large, complex global organizations.
- Deep expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks, digital transformation, and cloud-native architectures.
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional architecture initiatives across application, data, infrastructure, and security domains.
- Proven ability to influence and collaborate with C-level executives and senior business stakeholders.
- 10+ years of prior management experience, including building and leading high-performing architecture teams.
- Experience in the footwear, apparel, or consumer products industry is a plus but not required.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to translate business goals into technology roadmaps.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Deep knowledge of modern technology stacks, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), and integration patterns.
- Proficiency in architecture modeling tools and methodologies.
- Ability to drive innovation and manage change in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on enterprise-scale impact.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay and Bonuses - A variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development and reward success.
- Financial Planning and Wellbeing - Plans to help employees achieve their financial goals.
- Time Away from Work - Support for employees needing time to recharge or focus on health.
- Extras, Discounts, and Perks - Generous discounts and community-based programs.
- Growth and Development - Extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
- Health and Wellness - Comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings.
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