Principal Enterprise Architect

SUMMARY:
Our client in the telecommunications sector is seeking a professional Principal Enterprise Architect on a contract duration of 12 months.

POSITION INFO:
Essential:

• Proven track record in defining and evolving enterprise-wide architecture strategies, reference models, and technology roadmaps.
• Deep understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or FEAF, and experience applying them in complex organizations.
• Experience driving architecture transformations aligned to digital business models (e.g., omnichannel, platform as a service, composable architectures).
• Demonstrated hands-on experience architecting across multiple domains, including:
  • Applications: Monolith to microservices decomposition, modernization, and lifecycle management.
  • Data: Master Data Management (MDM), data lakes, streaming pipelines (e.g., Kafka), and analytics platforms.
  • Integration: API-led design (REST, GraphQL), event-driven architecture, service mesh, and ESB replacement strategies.
  • Infrastructure & Cloud: Hybrid/multi-cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP), container orchestration (Kubernetes), IaaS/PaaS adoption models.
• Deep understanding of architectural implications for regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI-DSS, GDPR, ISO 27001).
• Experience integrating Zero Trust Architecture, identity management (OAuth2, OpenID, SAML), and encryption protocols into enterprise design.
• Familiarity with architecture risk assessments, threat modelling, and secure-by-design principles.
• Experience of various software engineering playbook frameworks (Agile development, Automated testing, Code reviews, Continuous delivery, Continuous integration, Machine learning. Observability, Privacy, Reliability, Security)
• Strong experience in designing high traffic, scalable, reliable, and secure software systems.
• Knowledge of architectural styles and patterns (e.g., Microservices, SOA, MVC, Event-driven architecture).
• Understanding of cloud architecture and services (e.g., serverless computing, containerization, orchestration).
• Experience with data modelling, data warehousing, and data integration.
• Experience in Mobile App Development and Mini-app Frameworks
• Experience with architectural modeling tools (e.g., ArchiMate, Sparx EA)
• Experience leading or supporting large-scale modernization or transformation programs (e.g., core banking revamp, mobile money overhaul, ERP replacement).

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• TOGAF, Zachman, or similar EA certification preferred.
• 8 years technical background inclusive of software architecture, software design, software development in a large enterprise environment
• Domain experience in Financial Services and Financial technologies will be an added advantage
• Has demonstrable knowledge and experience in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies