Chief Technology Strategist

As a Principal Software Architect, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technology strategy across our organization.

This position requires a unique blend of strategic vision, technical expertise, and leadership to align IT initiatives with business objectives.

You will oversee multiple products, ensuring seamless integration and adherence to enterprise-wide standards while driving innovation and maintaining a competitive edge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive enterprise architecture strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption based on business value and feasibility.

Architectural Deliverables:

• Create detailed architectural designs across multiple products, ensuring scalability, security, and interoperability.
• Establish and enforce technology standards and governance frameworks to maintain consistency.

Cross-Product Oversight:

• Provide technical guidance and oversight for various product teams, ensuring alignment with the enterprise architecture.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify requirements and develop solutions that meet business needs.

Hands-On Technical Leadership:

• Engage in complex problem-solving and provide hands-on expertise when necessary.
• Develop proofs of concept (POCs) and prototypes to validate technology choices.

Mentorship and Collaboration:

• Lead, mentor, and coach technical teams to enhance their skills and foster a culture of excellence.
• Facilitate cross-team collaboration to ensure effective communication and integration across departments.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field.
• Minimum 14+ years of experience in IT with a focus on enterprise architecture, including experience in strategic planning and leadership roles.
• Proficiency in enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or similar.
• Technical Skills:
• Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong programming skills in languages like Java, Python, JavaScript.C#, C++
• Experience with databases, including relational (such as Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server or PostgreSQL) and NoSQL systems.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and DevOps practices.
• Deep exposure to applying design patterns and principles.
• Awareness of AI/ML, and/or Generative AI applications.
• Good understanding and experience in computer networks, security practices and supporting highly scalable applications.
• Exposure to security tools such as WAF and similar.
• Exceptional at creating Software Architecture Artifacts inline with industry standards.
• Has been an Architect and/or part of Architecture team contributing to Architectural process of maturity.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional leadership and communication abilities to effectively collaborate across teams and geographies.
• Strong analytical skills for translating business needs into technical solutions.
• Quick learner and ability to manage multiple priorities with a focus on delivering results.

Role Details:

• Full-time, permanent role.
• Engineering - Software & QA department.
• DBA / Data warehousing category.
• Education: Bachelors degree in any specialization.
• Postgraduate education is preferred.