Job Details : PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

- Enterprise Architecture Expertise : Solid understanding of Enterprise Architecture techniques and patterns, with experience in aligning business capabilities with technology.
- Systems Knowledge : Demonstrated expertise in enterprise-grade systems and platforms for ERP or CRM or other relevant systems.
- Establishment of Standards : Define, develop, and enforce standard architectural principles, patterns, and processes to drive consistency and efficiency across the enterprise.
- Technology Proficiency : In-depth knowledge of technologies that enhance supply chain planning, management, and execution, e-commerce or commercial pharma and patient services.
- Strategic Alignment : Ensure alignment between IT strategy, architectural frameworks, and business objectives.
- Innovation Leadership : Foster innovation by evaluating emerging technologies and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
- Balanced Decision-Making : Identify opportunities to innovate by weighing the adoption of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solutions against in-house development (Build).
- Evaluation of Options : Assess Build vs. Buy vs. Rent decisions based on the niche or competitive nature of capabilities.
- Stakeholder Engagement : Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and drive strategic initiatives.
- High-Level Architecture Guidance : Provide architecture and guidance for complex, cross-functional Proof of Concepts (POCs), pilots, and products.
- Architectural Analysis : Analyze current architectures to identify weaknesses and drive opportunities for improvement.
- Collaboration with Application Architects : Work closely with delivery teams to ensure adherence to enterprise architecture patterns and practices.




- Facilitation of Communication : Maintain consistency across projects and product teams through effective communication and coordination.
- M&A; Leadership : Lead or advise on strategic merger and acquisition activities, ensuring architectural alignment and integration.
- Change Management Expertise : Skilled in leading transformation programs, guiding organizations through change while minimizing disruption and maximizing buy-in.
- Research-Backed Decision Making : Demonstrate leadership by backing decisions with research, articulating options, pros and cons, and providing clear recommendations.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or any other related discipline or equivalent related experience.

Preferred Certifications :

- Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer
- Oracle Application Express Developer Certified Expert
- Application/Infrastructure/Enterprise Architect Training and Certification e.g. TOGAF
- Enterprise IT Certification e.g. CGEIT
- Data Governance Certification

WORK EXPERIENCE:

12+ years of directly-related or relevant experience, preferably in enterprise architecture or enterprise IT strategy.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

Behavioral Skills :

- Coaching and Mentoring
- Decision Making
- Impact and Influencing
- Leadership Skills
- Multitasking
- People Management
- Planning

Technical Skills :





- Application Design and Management
- Authentication Schemes and Protocols
- Change Management
- Cloud Solution Design
- Data Architecture & Governance
- IT Infrastructure Management
- IT Service Management Methodologies & Frameworks
- Network Architecture and Management
- IT Risk Management
- Stakeholder Management

Tools Knowledge :

- Citrix technologies like XenDesktop, XenApp, XenServer
- Database Software like RDBMS, DB2, Oracle, MS SQL
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems like Sage, ASW, SAP
- Java Frameworks like JDBC, Spring, ORM Solutions, JPA, JEE, JMS, Gradle, Object Oriented Design
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Middleware nodes & servers like Websphere, Jboss
- Application Delivery Controllers like Citrix Netscaler
- Project Management Support Tools - Clarity, Microsoft Project, JIRA, Confluence
- REST APIs
- Operating Systems & Servers like Windows, Linux, Citrix, IBM, Oracle, SQL
- Internet Protocols like DNS, HTTP, LDAP, SMTP, Easy DNS, No IP

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: The noise level in the work workplace is generally quiet.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

- Sedentary physical activity requiring reaching

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