ELGi Equipments - Head - Enterprise Architecture (12-15 yrs)

Role Overview :

The Enterprise Architect Head will lead the Enterprise Architecture function, driving the design and implementation of an integrated technology landscape that aligns with the organizations business strategy and digital transformation goals.

This role is responsible for developing a holistic, future ready architecture roadmap across business, data, application, infrastructure, and security domains to support the organizations growth, agility, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities :

Enterprise Architecture Strategy and Vision :

- Develop and drive the enterprise architecture vision, strategy, and roadmap to align technology initiatives with business goals.

- Define and govern architecture principles, frameworks, and standards across business, data, application, infrastructure, and security domains.

- Lead efforts to modernize and optimize legacy systems, enabling adoption of emerging technologies such as cloud, Industry 4.0, AI/ML, IoT, automation, and composable architecture.

- Provide strategic guidance for adopting emerging technologies (e.g., AI, cloud, Industry 4.0).

Business and IT Alignment :

- Partner with business leaders to understand ELGis strategic goals, challenges, and opportunities, ensuring technology investments deliver measurable business outcomes.

- Translate business strategies into actionable technology roadmaps, ensuring scalability, agility, and cost-effectiveness.

- Define architecture governance processes to assess and approve technology decisions while balancing innovation and risk.

- Support enterprise initiatives such as ERP modernization, platform integration, cloud migration, and data-driven transformation.

Technology Architecture Leadership :

- Oversee the development of architecture blueprints and reference models across all domains (e.g., business, data, application, and infrastructure).

- Drive the adoption of cloud-native architectures, microservices, APIs, and event-driven frameworks for modern application design.

- Partner with data teams to enable enterprise data platforms, master data management, and advanced analytics capabilities.

- Ensure robust security-by-design practices, collaborating with cybersecurity teams to embed security into the architecture lifecycle.

- Lead innovation by evaluating emerging technologies, trends, and vendors to assess their applicability to the organizations needs.

- Develop a future-state technology roadmap aligned with business strategy, considering manufacturing-specific needs like IoT, automation, and supply chain optimization.

- Monitor technology trends and industry best practices to ensure the architecture evolves with market demands.

- Lead and mentor a team of architects specializing in business, data, application, infra and security domains.

- Advocate for green IT and sustainable technology practices to align with corporate ESG goals.

- Act as the primary liaison between IT and business stakeholders to drive consensus and manage expectations.

- Collaborate with external vendors and consultants, as needed, to support the development and implementation of specific aspects of the business architecture.

- Continuously review and refine the enterprise architecture to ensure its relevance and effectiveness in supporting ELGi'S evolving needs and market dynamics.

- Lead and support business transformation initiatives driven by changes in the industry, market conditions, or internal strategic shifts.

Architecture Governance and Standards :

- Implement architecture governance frameworks and processes to standardize technology adoption across the enterprise.

- Chair the Enterprise Architecture Review Board (ARB), ensuring alignment of projects with

defined architecture principles.

- Monitor compliance with architecture standards, identifying risks, opportunities, and

deviations that require corrective action.

- Develop metrics and KPIs to measure architecture performance and value delivered to the

business.

- Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership, ensuring technology investments drive innovation,

operational efficiency, and business transformation.

- Establish governance processes to manage architecture compliance and ensure adherence to

enterprise-wide standards.

- Define and oversee the implementation of enterprise-wide architecture standards,

frameworks, and guidelines.

Leadership and Team Development :

- Lead and mentor a team of domain architects (business, data, applications, infrastructure, and security), fostering collaboration and excellence.

- Build a high-performing architecture function by upskilling the team and driving the adoption of modern architectural practices.

- Promote a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous learning to stay ahead of technology trends.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement :

- Engage with IT leadership, business stakeholders, and external partners to drive alignment on technology strategy and priorities.

- Collaborate with delivery, operations, and project management teams to ensure seamless execution of technology initiatives.

- Manage vendor relationships, ensuring technology solutions meet architectural standards and business needs.

Key Skills :

- Strong expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or

equivalent.

- Experience designing and implementing large-scale enterprise architectures across business,

data, application, infrastructure, and security domains.

- Expertise in cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, or GCP), API management, microservices, and

modern application development methodologies.

- Knowledge of emerging technologies, including AI/ML, IoT, edge computing, composable

architecture, and automation.

- Deep understanding of data platforms, integration strategies, and cybersecurity principles in a modern enterprise landscape.

- Proven ability to develop enterprise architecture strategies that drive business transformation and operational excellence.

- Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and developing high-performing architecture teams.

- Ability to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate with cross - functional teams to achieve enterprise goals.

- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to assess complex technology environments, identify gaps, and propose innovative solutions.

- Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on driving business outcomes through strategic technology initiatives.

- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- Ability to translate complex architectural concepts into clear, actionable insights for business

and IT leaders.

Experience :

- 12 - 15 years of experience in enterprise architecture roles, including at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.

- Proven track record of driving enterprise-wide technology transformation in a global, complex environment.

- Experience in large-scale cloud migration, ERP modernization, application modernization, and data-driven initiatives.

- Exposure to the manufacturing industry or similar domains with diverse and legacy IT landscapes is preferred.

Educational Qualifications & Certifications :

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related

field (Masters Degree preferred).

Certifications :

- TOGAF or Zachman certified.

- ITIL Foundation / Expert.

- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent (preferred).

- Cloud Certification (AWS, Azure, or GCP Architect).

- PMP or Agile certifications (e.g., SAFe, Scrum master) are a plus.