Senior Technical Architect (Surrey)

The Senior Technical Architect serves as a top-tier technology leader responsible for defining and driving the enterprise-wide architectural strategy and standards. This role works closely with C-level executives, business leaders, and CIOs to align technology transformation initiatives with business vision and goals. They champion innovation, oversees complex multi-domain architecture programs, and provides guidance on the adoption of emerging technologies. They lead architecture governance, mentor senior architects, and influence organizational technology direction at the highest levels. Primary Responsibilities: - Develop and communicate enterprise architecture vision, principles, and roadmaps that align with business strategy and objectives. - Lead the design and governance of complex, multi-domain technology architectures across cloud, data, application, and infrastructure layers. - Collaborate with executive leadership and business stakeholders to prioritize architecture initiatives and technology investments. - Provide strategic advice and thought leadership on emerging technologies, digital transformation, and innovation opportunities. - Oversee architecture governance processes, ensuring compliance with standards, policies, and regulatory requirements. - Mentor and guide principal architects and other senior technical leaders to enhance architectural competency across the organization. - Drive cross-functional collaboration to implement enterprise solutions that are scalable, secure, and maintainable. - Lead complex architectural reviews, risk assessments, and impact analyses for critical projects and programs. - Represent the organization at industry forums, conferences, and client engagements as a recognized thought leader. - Promote continuous improvement and adoption of architecture best practices and frameworks. Required Skills & Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Master’s) highly preferred. - 15+ years of progressively senior experience in enterprise architecture, solution architecture, or related technology leadership roles. - Proven expertise in developing and executing enterprise architecture strategies and roadmaps across diverse technology domains. - Deep knowledge of cloud computing, microservices, data architectures, security frameworks, and integration patterns. - Robust experience with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent. - Exceptional leadership, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging at C-level and boardroom levels. - Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire senior technical teams and drive organizational change. - Recognized industry certifications and thought leadership (e.g., TOGAF, AWS/Azure/GCP Architect certifications) are strongly preferred. Required Skill Profession Other General Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2ozv60