SAP Architect

As an Enterprise Architect, you will define and maintain the enterprise architecture vision, strategy, and roadmap. This role leads the design and governance of the technology landscape, ensuring alignment between business objectives and IT capabilities across a complex multi-system environment. The Enterprise Architect serves as a bridge between business leadership and technology teams, translating strategic business goals into scalable, integrated technical solutions.This role partners closely with Security Architecture and Security & Compliance teams to ensure security architecture principles are foundational to all enterprise architecture decisions. Responsibilities include evaluating emerging technologies, establishing architecture standards and principles, managing the application portfolio, driving systems integration strategy, and ensuring architectural consistency across enterprise transformation initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitecture Strategy & Governance (50%)Define and maintain enterprise architecture frameworks, standards, and principlesDevelop and communicate the technology roadmap aligned with business strategyLead architecture review boards and governance processes for major technology decisionsEvaluate and recommend enterprise software solutions and integration patternsManage application portfolio rationalization and system consolidation initiativesEmbed security-by-design principles into enterprise architecture standards to ensure cybersecurity requirements are addressed proactivelyIncorporate Zero Trust architecture principles, data classification standards, and regulatory compliance requirements into enterprise architecture frameworks and technology selection criteriaCollaborate with Security & Compliance leadership to integrate security architecture reviews into governance workflows for major technology decisionsSystems Integration & Technical Leadership (30%)Design integration architecture across the enterprise technology landscapeEstablish integration patterns, APIs, and data exchange standardsProvide technical leadership for major transformation programs, including ERP, PLM, and field service initiativesPartner with systems integrators and vendors on architecture design and implementationEnsure architectural alignment across workstreams and projectsDefine secure integration patterns, API security standards, and data protection requirements across enterprise platformsEnsure identity and access management architecture, network segmentation, and encryption standards are embedded in integration designsCoordinate with Security & Compliance teams on vendor security assessments and architectural risk evaluations during solution design and implementation phasesStakeholder Engagement & Communication (20%)Collaborate with business leaders to understand strategic objectives and translate them into architecture solutionsPresent architecture vision, strategies, and recommendations to executive leadershipMentor and guide development teams on architectural best practicesCreate and maintain architecture documentation including system diagrams, integration maps, and decision recordsFacilitate architecture discussions and workshops with cross-functional teamsRequirementsEducationBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field requiredMaster’s degree preferredExperience10+ years of experience in IT, including at least 5+ years in enterprise architecture rolesProven experience with large-scale ERP implementations, preferably SAP S/4HANAExperience designing and implementing enterprise integration architectureDemonstrated success leading enterprise transformation initiatives in complex environmentsInterpersonal SkillsExcellent communication skills with the ability to present complex technical concepts to executive audiencesStrategic thinker able to balance long-term vision with pragmatic executionStrong influencing and negotiation skills to drive architectural decisions across the organizationAbility to work effectively with diverse stakeholders including business leaders, IT teams, and external partnersCollaborative leadership style with the ability to build consensus across functional boundariesAbility to partner effectively with cybersecurity leadership to balance security requirements with business agility and architectural simplicityTechnical SkillsDeep expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF and ZachmanStrong knowledge of ERP systems architecture, particularly SAP S/4HANAExpertise in integration technologies including APIs, middleware, ESB, ETL, and data integration patternsExperience with cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS and modern cloud architecture patternsKnowledge of PLM systems and manufacturing system architecturesFamiliarity with data architecture, master data management, and data governanceUnderstanding of modern application development practices including microservices, DevOps, and CI/CDExperience with architecture modeling tools such as Visio, Lucidchart, Sparx EA, or ErwinKnowledge of cybersecurity principles and enterprise security architectureAbility to create comprehensive technical documentation and architecture artifactsExperience collaborating with security architecture teams to integrate security controls into enterprise architecture deliverablesUnderstanding of Zero Trust architecture, identity governance, and secure-by-design principles as they apply to enterprise systems and integration patternsPreferred QualificationsTOGAF or similar enterprise architecture certificationSAP S/4HANA architecture certificationExperience in utilities, industrial manufacturing, or similar industriesBackground in business process optimization and organizational change managementExperience with Agile or SAFe methodologies at enterprise scale