Enterprise Architect

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Enterprise Architecture strategy and roadmap in alignment with the Bank’s business objectives and digital transformation plans.
• Design and oversee application, data, and technology architectures to ensure scalability, security, integration, and operational efficiency.
• Assess existing IT systems and recommend improvements, modernization initiatives, and technology solutions.
• Ensure alignment between business requirements and technology solutions across Core Banking, Digital Banking, payment systems, and enterprise platforms.
• Establish and maintain enterprise architecture standards, principles, and frameworks in accordance with TOGAF, COBIT, and ArchiMate.
• Oversee system integration strategies, including APIs, microservices, and enterprise applications.
• Evaluate cloud technologies, hybrid infrastructure, and emerging technologies to support the Bank’s technology strategy.
• Ensure compliance with IT governance standards, cybersecurity principles, risk management practices, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams to translate business strategies into effective technology solutions.
• Provide architectural guidance and recommendations for technology investments, system upgrades, and enterprise-wide projects.
• Monitor technology trends and recommend solutions to improve business performance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant IT experience, with strong expertise in Enterprise Architecture.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing Enterprise Architecture strategies and roadmaps.
• Strong knowledge of TOGAF, COBIT, and ArchiMate frameworks.
• Solid understanding of banking systems, including Core Banking, Digital Banking, and payment systems.
• Experience in Application Architecture, Data Architecture, Technology Architecture, system integration, APIs, and microservices.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies, hybrid infrastructure, IT governance, cybersecurity, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to align business strategies with technology solutions and lead digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior management and cross-functional teams.
• TOGAF certification or other relevant Enterprise Architecture certifications is preferred.
• Previous experience in the banking or financial services sector is preferred.

Required Skills

• Change Management
• Technical Architecture
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Cloud
• Enterprise Architecture tool
• Core Banking

Job Details

• Location: Amman - Jordan
• Industry: Accounting & Finance
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Degree: Bachelor
• Experience: 8+
• Nationality: Unspecified