Enterprise Architect - IT

Alshaya

Kuwait

Ref: GP435-4724

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Enterprise Architect - Enterprise Architecture, Alshaya IT - Kuwait Based

To continue its ambitious expansion, Alshaya is currently moving to next generation applications and development of IT infrastructure with a multi-year business and IT transformation. To support and achieve this aggressive growth, we are currently looking for experienced domain aligned Enterprise Architects to join the Enterprise Architecture team within Alshaya IT. This role reports to the Head of Enterprise Architecture and is based in Kuwait. The Enterprise Architecture (EA) function is responsible for providing architecture oversight and guidance across the entire application and technology landscape, aligned to the tactical and strategic business initiatives.

The Role:

* Working with Head of Enterprise Architecture to define, mature and maintain the EA strategy and framework
* Provide architecture governance, guidance, policy, process, solutions and technology leadership for at least 2-3 domains from the Functional category OR 1 domain from the Technical category OR Business Process category as per below list:

* Functional: Retail Planning, Retail Operations/ ERP, Store POS, CRM & Digital, E-commerce, Warehousing & Transportation, HR & Corporate Services, Retail Property Management, Finance, EPM
* Technical: Integration, BI & Analytics, Digital (PaaS/Mobility), Infrastructure & Networking (Cloud/DC)
* Business Process: Cross-domain Business Capability Architecture and Business Processes

* Maintain and execute a sustainable and comprehensive roadmap for EA domains in alignment with business/ IT strategy

* Create high level solution blueprints for business initiatives leading into sound investment decisions and/or exploitation of existing IT assets

* Deliver architecture governance and ensure projects' adherence to EA by running domain specific Design Authorities
* Collaborate with and guide IT change delivery, IT services, PMO, 3rd party SIs, software vendors and technology services to ensure architectural consistency, alignment and sustainability across the IT landscape
* Lead, develop, maintain and extend EA artifacts, presentations, system maps and reference documentation, including where required managing internal and/or third party resources to execute
* Provide domain specific business technology thought leadership, keep pace with change in new technologies, methods and products

Requirements

* Bachelor or Master degree in IT, MIS, IT Management or comparable technology / engineering discipline
* 10+ years of industry experience having strong track record of delivering solution or technical architecture for large size programs/projects in heterogeneous environments

* TOGAF or Zachman qualified, and exposure/ working familiarity with an EA tool(s) will be advantageous (e.g Orbus, Software AG, Mega, Avolution)
* Packaged software implementation experience of at least one of the leading application vendors e.g. Oracle, SAP, IBM, JDA. Microsoft, Infor etc. is a must

* Retail experience is desirable and client side lead consulting/advisory experience will be an advantage

* Specialism in given domains, but good understanding of other domains from a big picture standpoint

Necessary Skills

* Proven abilities to think in terms of end-to-end landscape design, consistency, automation, planning, risks, constraints with a passion to secure value from architecture
* Experience and knowledge of cloud enabled services / applications
* Good knowledge and awareness on technology and IT vendor trends, directions and roadmaps.

About the Company

As a leading international franchise operator, with nearly 90 of the world’s most recognised brands in its portfolio, Alshaya Group brings great shopping, dining, leisure and hospitality experiences to millions of customers across the Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Turkey, Europe and beyond.

Alshaya Group is a dynamic multinational business and family owned enterprise with a consistent record of growth and innovation. For 35 years, Alshaya has been a pioneering force in brand franchising, using its exceptional knowledge and experience to expand at pace.

Our portfolio of well-loved international brands includes Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang’s, The Cheesecake Factory, The Body Shop, M.A.C, Victoria’s Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn, KidZania and, coming soon, Hampton by Hilton.

From one retail franchise store opened in Kuwait in 1983, Alshaya Group has consistently grown and diversified and today offers customers an unparalleled choice of brands across multiple sectors; Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings, Leisure & Entertainment, and Hotels. A diverse, skilled team of 53,000 people from 120 nationalities support more than 4,000 stores, cafes, restaurants and leisure destinations, a growing online business and a commitment to delivering great customer experiences.

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Architect salaries in Kuwait

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KWD 800

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