Lead Enterprise Architect
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Role summary
Designs and delivers enterprise-wide solution architecture to support business strategy and technology objectives. Partners cross-functionally with Technology, Applications, Systems, and Infrastructure teams to develop and implement architectural frameworks, standards, and roadmaps that enable scalable, secure, and efficient end-to-end business solutions. Documents current-state architecture and supports migration and modernization initiatives. Evaluates emerging technologies and recommends improvements to enhance performance, agility, and operational continuity. Provides technical guidance on architecture standards, solution design, and prioritization within enterprise IT environments. Typically requires a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, along with experience in enterprise-scale technology organizations.
Job summary sourced from the Empsight benchmark job library.
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