Title Head of Digital Architecture Location Navi Mumbai IN Date Jul 24 2025 About Chain IQ Chain IQ is an Independent Global Indirect Procurement company providing strategic tactical and operational procurement services Headquartered in Zurich Switzerland Chain IQ operates from 6 main centers and 14 offices worldwide Our team of experts work to transform procurement within an organization utilizing our market knowledge and insights supported by innovative technology to drive procurement efficiencies We apply the latest risk sustainability and social responsibility practices to strengthen procurement resilience Chain IQ s approach to ESG supports ethical operations business standards and bio-diversity whilst minimizing environmental impact Responsibilities As the Head of Digital Architecture you will lead a strategic function shaping the future of our digital ecosystem ensuring it is scalable secure and AI-ready You will define and lead the evolution of the enterprise-wide architecture blueprint spanning applications data integration infrastructure and security with a strong emphasis on AI-driven innovation and agility A key priority will be architecting a next-generation AI-enabled indirect procurement platform that is both best-in-class and best-of-breed You will drive the research and design of future-ready capabilities such as GenAI intelligent automation and composable architecture while guiding technology choices advancing the data platform and embedding security by design in line with Zero Trust principles and industry standards The role demands strategic vision and hands-on leadership working closely with product engineering security and business teams to accelerate innovation while ensuring architectural integrity governance and resilience Key responsibilities Enterprise Digital Architecture Define and evolve the enterprise-wide architecture framework across applications data integration infrastructure and security Architect scalable secure and best-in-class digital solutions that drive business growth Lead the architecture of an AI-enabled multi-client indirect procurement platform ensuring modularity performance and compliance Champion digital procurement technologies fostering awareness and adoption across internal and external stakeholders Align architecture initiatives with business strategy through close collaboration with key stakeholders AI-Driven Innovation Leverage AI ML and GenAI to design innovative automation-first solutions across the procurement lifecycle Lead hands-on research prototyping and experimentation to assess and apply emerging technologies Identify AI-driven opportunities and translate them into scalable value-generating capabilities Governance Establish and lead architectural governance standards and review processes to ensure consistency traceability and integrity Define secure scalable integration patterns between procurement technologies and enterprise systems Guide technology selection vendor assessments and solution reviews in alignment with architecture principles and strategic fit Leadership Collaboration Serve as a thought leader staying ahead of industry trends and advising on digital architecture strategy and emerging trends Collaborate with product engineering infrastructure security and business teams to ensure architectural alignment delivery success Effectively communicate architectural vision trade-offs and complex concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders including senior leadership and clients Documentation and Evaluation Develop and maintain architecture blueprints strategic roadmaps and detailed implementation plans Review technical designs for compliance with enterprise standards and long-term architecture goals Define evaluation criteria and lead assessments of vendor proposals and third-party solutions to ensure alignment value and scalability Requirements We are looking for candidates with 15 years of experience in enterprise architecture and digital transformation with at least 5 years in a senior architecture leadership role across complex multi-system environments Proven success in defining and governing enterprise architecture across application data integration infrastructure and security domains balancing innovation risk and long-term scalability Hands-on experience in architecting digital platforms ideally within multi-client or B2B environments with emphasis on modular configurable and AI-enabled design Deep expertise in indirect procurement solutions including architecture for Spend Management S2C P2P SRM ESG and Procurement Analytics platforms Advanced knowledge of AI ML GenAI and intelligent automation with the ability to evaluate and integrate emerging technologies into scalable architectural solutions Demonstrated success in establishing architectural governance including frameworks standards and decision-making structures that drive alignment from strategy through execution Strong knowledge of cloud-native and composable architectures including secure-by-design principles and Zero Trust alignment on platforms like Azure or AWS Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to convey architectural vision and trade-offs to both technical and executive audiences Proven ability to facilitate workshops and collaborative design sessions across engineering product security and business functions Innovative business-oriented mindset with a passion for emerging technologies continuous learning and strategic problem-solving Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science Information Systems or a related field Relevant certifications such as TOGAF Azure Architect or those in AI ML cloud or enterprise architecture are a solid advantage If you re a seasoned qualified in digital technology solutions and enterprise architecture with a strong focus on emerging technologies apply now to be a key player in shaping our organization s future If you are a strategic leader who thrives on transforming complex digital landscapes through innovation governance and design thinking this role offers the opportunity to shape our next-generation AI-enabled procurement platform We re looking for someone who brings deep architectural expertise strong governance capabilities and a collaborative mindset to help us deliver scalable secure and AI-enabled solutions in a multi-client environment We are Great Place To Work certified in Switzerland the United States the United Kingdom Singapore Romania Poland and China We proudly offer a first-class benefits package to all employees so come and join Chain IQ and become part of an innovative inspiring and high-performing team of entrepreneurs who are globally connected and locally anchored Please let us know if you require any assistance during the recruitment process so that we can work with you to meet your needs Furthermore please be advised that if you submit an application to us for this position your application and 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📌 Head Of Digital Architecture (Maharashtra)
🏢 Chain IQ
📍 Maharashtra