CHIEF ARCHITECT - Enterprise Architecture

Experience: 15+ Years
Location: Bangalore / Hybrid

We are looking for a seasoned Principal Architect to lead enterprise transformation initiatives, define architecture strategy, and provide technology leadership across complex programs. The role requires strong consulting, stakeholder management, governance, and solution architecture capabilities.

• Define enterprise architecture vision, strategy, and transformation roadmaps.
• Lead architecture and design for large-scale business and technology transformation programs.
• Engage with business leaders and executives to align technology investments with business objectives.
• Establish architecture standards, governance frameworks, and best practices.
• Drive solution reviews, risk assessments, and architecture assurance.
• Support pre-sales, proposals, RFPs, and client advisory engagements.
• Mentor architects, technical leaders, and engineering teams.
• Drive innovation, reusability, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• 15+ years of IT experience with 7+ years in architecture leadership roles.
• Strong experience in Enterprise Architecture, Solution Architecture, and Digital Transformation.
• Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional programs.
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Experience in architecture governance, consulting, and strategic planning.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and decision-making capabilities.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• Industry-recognized Architecture, Cloud, Security, or Program Management certifications preferred.

• Strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Executive presence and consulting mindset.
• Ability to balance business needs, technology strategy, and delivery execution.
• Strong mentoring and leadership capabilities.

Ideal Candidate: A business-focused architecture leader capable of engaging with CXOs, shaping transformation strategies, governing enterprise solutions, and leading high-impact client engagements.