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IT Enterprise Architect - Software Business (m/f/d)

Amadora, 11
Portugal
Job Description

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At Siemens, we build technology solutions to shape the world we live in. We transform industries and societies by combining the real and digital worlds. With over 300.000 of the world’s most forward-thinking minds and the power of a presence in more than 190 countries, we make a truly global impact. 


At the Portugal Tech Hub, we take on challenges to make life easier, safer, and more sustainable for us and generations to come. We bring value to the business digitalization transition, from Portugal to the world, in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Analytics & Business Intelligence, Application Lifecycle Management, Cybersecurity, IT Infrastructure Management, IT Project & Service Management, IT Strategy, User Experience, and many more. 


With a decade of history and around 1.600 experts, the Portugal Tech Hub is the home of the new technologists – Dream Builders, Impact Creators & Future Makers. 



Are you one of them? Come join us! ⭐


As an IT Enterprise Architect at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, you will play a key role in shaping and implementing the digital transformation strategy across the company. You will act as the lead enterprise architect for our Software business type, one of the three key business types for Siemens Smart Infrastructure. Together as an enterprise architecture team, you will be responsible for the design, development, and management the overall cohesive IT enterprise architecture, aligning it with business objectives, ensuring scalability, and driving technological innovation. You will work closely with senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners to ensure that IT Enterprise Architecture supports business goals efficiently and effectively


Your mission will be
  

  • Lead Enterprise Architecture Strategy: Develop and execute the enterprise architecture Strategy in alignment with business objectives and long-term IT strategy, ensuring a cohesive approach to achieving the targeted future stage. Guide Business in all enterprise architecture relevant decisions and identify cross business type synergies

  • Champion Digital Transformation: Act as the lead architect for strategic/transformation initiatives, partner with business leaders, IT teams, and external partners to understand requirements and translate them into scalable, effective solutions. Evaluate and implement the best-fit technologies and approaches

  • Optimize Portfolio: Streamline the application portfolio to reduce complexity, eliminate redundancies, and enhance performance and scalability

  • Ensure Seamless Integration: Oversee the integration of enterprise systems and ensure data consistency, security and a smooth flow of information in end-to-end processes

  • Establish Governance: Implement robust governance frameworks to manage IT assets effectively, ensuring alignment with compliance and regulatory requirements

  • Shape the Technology Roadmap: Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies. Recommend and integrate innovations like AI, IoT, and cloud platforms to maintain a competitive edge

  • Foster Leadership and Collaboration: Provide guidance and support to the architecture community and technical teams, promoting a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation

  • Monitor Success Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate enterprise architecture initiatives. Regularly report outcomes, opportunities, and challenges to senior leadership


We are looking for someone with
 

Experience & Skills

  • Extensive experience (8+ years) in enterprise architecture and IT Porfolio Management ideally in large-scale transformation programs and global organizations. 
  • Demonstrates a deep understanding of the software business (ideally in the industrial business) and its associated processes and needs, with the ability to design technology solutions that deliver value to internal and external customers.
  • Extensive experience with the Salesforce platform, experience with products from large software companies such as SAP, Salesforce, Microsoft, AWS and Snowflake is an advantage Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF) and portfolio lifecycle management best practices. 
  •  Experience with Agile methodologies.
  • Experience in LeanIX for Enterprise Architecture Management.   
  • Proven track record of optimizing application portfolios and managing IT assets to reduce costs, improve operational efficiency and enhance business value. 
  • Expertise in a wide range of technologies, including cloud platforms, microservices, data management, and emerging technologies such as AI and IoT.

Ways of working
    • Ability to see the big picture while also focusing on the technical details necessary for successful implementation
    • Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
    • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams
    • Strong in applying analytical problem-solving approaches on basis of a profound methodological skill set
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing business needs
  • Languages

    • Fluency in English, other languages are welcome


What you can expect from us
 
  • A hybrid and flexible working model to promote a better work-life balance, along with a budget for home office support and the opportunity to do 16 hours a year of volunteer work. A health insurance, access to our on-site medical center, plus the chance to join sports groups. 
  • In addition, you'll have access to online learning platforms and discounts with our partners. A shuttle bus to commute to the facilities and the possibility of financial support to your studies. 

What makes us proud as an employer: 
  • Merco – Companies and Leaders with the Best Reputation in Portugal (#1 Tecnology/Manufacturing) 
  • Forbes – World’s Best Employers (#1 Engineering & Manufacturing) 
  • LinkedIn – LinkedIn Top Companies (#2) 
  • OnStrategy – REPSCORE 2024: Brands’ Reputation in Portugal (#1 Engineering & Electronic Services) 
  • Fortune – World’s Most Admired Companies (#1 Industrial Machinery) 
  • Teamlyzer – Company with the Best Interviews (#1 Technology) 

Please attach your CV in English. 

 
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Siemens is committed to creating a diverse environment and is glad to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool!