VP of Enterprise Architecture – 1695

Location: Hybrid - 4 days a week onsite in Oklahoma City, OK, 1 day remote
Relocation assistance: Yes
Interview: Onsite required. Travel expenses will be paid
Employment Type: Contract to hire - 6 months contract
Visa sponsorship eligibility: No
Salary: up to $200K + bonus

We are seeking a VP of Enterprise Architect with 5–10 years of experience in leading a team in the Enterprise Architecture space, specializing in enterprise architecture, and full lifecycle implementations. The ideal candidate has a strong track record of evaluating technologies and integrating them into operations, overseeing architecture roadmaps, budgets, and headcounts, and leading high-performing teams. Strong analytical skills and the ability to drive strategic road mapping, planning and development are essential. A bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Mathematics, Technology or a related field is required, with TOGAF certification

Leadership

Provides leadership around defined core technologies necessary to meet franchise, client and associate needs including development tools and methodologies, package solutions, systems architecture, security techniques, and emerging technologies.
Partner with the business to solution the architectural strategy and execution for our organization.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of architectural principles, a proven track record of successful project delivery, and the ability to lead and inspire a team of architects and engineers.
You will be responsible for defining the architectural vision, ensuring alignment with business goals, and driving the implementation of innovative solutions. You will work closely with senior leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure that our architectural practices are robust, scalable, and aligned with industry best practices.
Your role will involve evaluating and selecting appropriate technologies, designing high-level frameworks, and providing technical guidance to ensure the successful delivery of projects. You will also be responsible for maintaining a strong focus on quality, performance, and security, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
If you are passionate about architecture and have a desire to make a significant impact on our organization, we would love to hear from you.

Roles and Responsibilities

Deliver architectural initiatives that drive revenue and improve efficiency in line with business strategy.
Cultivate relationships with IT management.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of the organization's technologies and architectures.
Develop and maintain current and planned state architectural blueprints.
Develop and maintain an aspirational architectural road map for the enterprise.
Communicate architectural decisions, plans, goals and strategies.
Gain organizational commitment for enterprise level architecture and infrastructure initiatives.
Provide architectural direction to Enterprise Architects, Business Architects and Solution Architects.
Develop architectural metrics and reports for the executive team, business and IT management
Design and oversee implementation of end-to-end integrated systems.

Innovation Leadership
Foster innovation and continuous improvement, leading Architecture practice and the adoption of supporting methodologies.

Lead initiatives to identify and implement cutting-edge technologies that drive competitive advantage.

Technology Discovery

Conduct ongoing research and analysis of emerging technologies and industry trends.
Evaluate potential technology partners and solutions to enhance business capabilities.

Business Coordination

Collaborate with business units during the project intake process to ensure a clear understanding of requirements and objectives.
Act as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.

Vision Alignment

Ensure that the technology strategy aligns with the overall business vision and goals.
Develop and communicate a clear technology roadmap that supports business priorities.

Strategic Planning

Participate in strategic planning sessions to integrate technology considerations into business planning.
Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership on technology investments and priorities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with product management, marketing, and operations teams to align technology initiatives with customer needs and market demands.
Coordinate with IT and security teams to ensure the integrity and security of technology solutions.

Performance Metrics

Establish metrics to measure the success and impact of technology initiatives on business outcomes.
Regularly review and adjust strategies based on performance data and feedback.