Enterprise Architects - Technology Consulting - TST - Cairo - Egypt

Whole industries have been disrupted and transformed in recent years by technology. As a technology consulting professional, you will help businesses realize the value they can gain from their IT investments, supporting strategy and acting as a key growth driver.

As part of a high-performing team, you will deliver exceptional client service by advising on how technology enablement, digital transformation and enterprise intelligence contribute to performance improvement, and how technology can act as a multiplying effect during major program transformations.

As organizations look to leverage the advantage technology offers, we will work with you to develop the consultancy and analytical skills needed in today's environment. Working on projects that cross borders and sectors, the experience you gain here will be more valuable than anywhere else.

The opportunity

EY is growing its Architecture capability and is looking for experienced Enterprise Architects to join our Technology Consulting team within TST in Cairo. You will support major transformation initiatives across the Middle East, working with clients across government, public sector and large enterprise environments.

In this role, you will help clients define architecture strategies, design target-state architectures, establish governance frameworks, and support business and technology transformation programs across MENA, both remotely and onsite as required.

Key responsibilities

• Lead architecture assessments, enterprise architecture engagements and transformation initiatives.

• Understand business strategy and vision, and translate them into enterprise-wide technology vision and architecture strategy aligned to client priorities.

• Develop business, application, data, technology and security architectures.

• Define architecture principles, standards, target architectures and transformation roadmaps.

• Design enterprise and solution architectures aligned with business objectives and technology strategy.

• Create architecture artifacts, including capability models, reference architectures, solution blueprints, integration architectures, roadmaps and application interaction diagrams.

• Establish and support architecture governance processes and Architecture Review Boards (ARBs).

• Conduct architecture reviews, solution assurance activities and compliance assessments.

• Evaluate technologies, platforms and vendor solutions, and provide architecture recommendations.

• Analyze application portfolios, identify dependencies and common platform components, and assess migration feasibility.

• Facilitate stakeholder workshops and engage senior business and technology leaders.

• Support proposals, business development and thought leadership activities for the architecture practice.

• Leverage EY's global network and cross-functional expertise to develop relevant enterprise architecture insights.

Technical skills requirements

• Experience specializing in enterprise architecture, solution architecture, technology architecture and architecture standards.

• Ability to develop target-state architectures, architecture roadmaps, governance frameworks, architecture principles and standards.

• Hands-on experience designing enterprise solutions across applications, integration, cloud, data, security and platform domains.

• Experience conducting architecture reviews, architecture assurance and design governance activities.

• Ability to develop reference architectures and technology blueprints based on business and non-functional requirements.

• Ability to identify technology standardization opportunities, assess options, weigh implementation complexities and risks, and make sound technical recommendations.

• Experience with enterprise architecture tools such as MEGA, ARIS, Alfabet or similar platforms is advantageous.

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform or similar environments is advantageous.

• Understanding of modern architecture patterns, including microservices, APIs, integration platforms, containerization and service-oriented architecture.

• Good understanding of business process management, business rules management systems and enterprise integration concepts.

• Strong consulting, communication, stakeholder management and facilitation skills.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or a related discipline.

• 4-7 years + of experience in enterprise architecture, solution architecture and/or technology architecture roles.

• Arabic language proficiency is required.

• Strong ability to engage with business and technology stakeholders and translate business needs into practical architecture outcomes.

• Experience supporting architecture work in government, public sector, large enterprise or regulated industry environments.

• Preferred qualifications

• TOGAF Standard 10th Edition or TOGAF 9.2 certification.

• Experience with NORA 2.0 (National Enterprise Reference Architecture).

• Experience with the Saudi Digital Government Authority (DGA) Enterprise Architecture Methodology and Government Enterprise Architecture (GEA).

• ArchiMate, cloud, security, PMP, ITIL, COBIT, SAFe or related certifications are advantageous.

• Experience supporting architecture governance, Architecture Review Boards and solution assurance processes.

Client responsibilities

• Build and maintain appropriate client relationships, leveraging relationships to effectively execute work.

• Connect the right EY team members to key client contacts and maintain open and proactive communication.

• Build credibility by understanding what is happening in clients' businesses and within their competitive environment.

• Bring diverse and thought-provoking perspectives and EY points of view to explore solutions with clients.

• Support approaches when challenged and influence senior client stakeholders by establishing credibility around specialized matters and technical judgment.

• Deliver an exceptional client experience across engagements by understanding client agendas, anticipating needs and helping resolve critical issues.

• Support account plans and coordinate delivery of service offerings by mobilizing the right resources and facilitating consistent quality.

• Internal expectations

• Take ownership of professional growth by leveraging coaching, learning and new experiences.

•  Present complex messages clearly and confidently, using communication methods that build strong relationships based on trust.

• Demonstrate influencing skills that address varied interests and individual styles.

• Create a positive team environment, balancing individual initiative with team collaboration and EY priorities.

• Adopt appropriate coaching techniques to meet the needs of team members.

• Provide constructive feedback tailored to each person's style and environment.

• Resolve competing priorities and resource allocation issues while building collaboration across organizational boundaries.

What we look for

We are looking for highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. As an effective communicator, you will be a confident professional with strong stakeholder management skills and a genuine passion for making things happen in a dynamic organization.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

• Success as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

• Transformative leadership: We will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

• Diverse and inclusive culture: You will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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