Lead IT Architect

The Boston Consulting Group
Municipality of Madrid, Spain
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, Spanish
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Municipality of Madrid, Spain

Tech stack

API
Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Disaster Recovery
Middleware
IT Management
Interoperability
Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Information Systems Security Architecture Professional
Machine Learning
Blockchain
Zero Trust Network Access
Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture
Service-Oriented Architecture
Systems Architecture
Zachman Framework
Google Cloud Platform
Enterprise Software Applications
IT Architecture
Togaf
Legacy Systems
Microservices

Job description

The Boston Consulting Group GmbH in Madrid is seeking a Lead IT Architect to work closely with clients, defining IT strategies and delivering complex architecture solutions., * Work closely with clients to define IT strategies and architecture solutions.

  • Develop specialized knowledge to solve clients' problems.
  • Take on team lead responsibilities and demonstrate intellectual leadership.

Conocimientos

Enterprise Architecture Design Strategic Planning Technology Portfolio Management Integration Mastery Regulatory Compliance Disaster Recovery and Resilience Enterprise Security Strategies Governance and Risk Management Emerging Technologies Vendor Management Descripción del empleo What You'll Do, As a Lead IT Architect, you will work closely with clients to understand their issues, define IT strategies, architecture solutions, win buy-in for your recommendations, and collaborate with fellow BCGers to transform client potential into performance. You will be given end-to-end responsibility for larger, highly technical and more complex "modules" within a project, and begin to develop specialized knowledge to help you solve clients' problems. You will start to take on team lead responsibilities and demonstrate intellectual leadership.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have over 10 years of experience, fluent in Spanish and English, and demonstrate expertise in enterprise architecture, strategic planning, and IT governance. The role involves leading teams and ensuring alignment between IT and business strategies., * 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture and IT strategy development.

  • Proficient in aligning IT solutions with business objectives.
  • Fluent in Spanish and English., * 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, IT strategy development, and large-scale system design, with a demonstrated ability to align IT solutions with business objectives and lead cross-functional transformation initiatives.
  • Spanish: Mandatory
  • Fluent in English

Technical Skills

  • Enterprise Architecture Design: Expert in creating enterprise-wide IT architectures, including business, data, application, and technology layers, aligned with industry frameworks like TOGAF, Zachman, or SABSA.
  • Strategic Planning: Proficient in developing long-term IT roadmaps, aligning business and IT strategies, and driving digital transformation initiatives.
  • Technology Portfolio Management: Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), enterprise software systems, and middleware technologies, with a focus on interoperability and scalability.
  • Integration Mastery: Extensive experience in integrating legacy systems with modern solutions through APIs, microservices, and SOA frameworks.
  • Regulatory Compliance: In-depth understanding of compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, DORA, NIS2) and industry-specific regulations to ensure data security and privacy.
  • Disaster Recovery and Resilience: Skilled in designing robust disaster recovery and business continuity plans for enterprise systems.
  • Enterprise Security Strategies: Experience in implementing enterprise-level security architectures, including continuous monitoring, threat detection, and zero-trust models.

Desirable Expertise

  • Governance and Risk Management: Proven ability to implement IT governance frameworks, optimize resource allocation, and manage risks associated with complex IT environments.
  • Emerging Technologies: Knowledge of advanced technologies like AI/ML, IoT, and blockchain, and their application in enterprise solutions.
  • Vendor Management: Expertise in evaluating and managing relationships with technology vendors and service providers to ensure delivery excellence.

Interpersonal & Leadership Skills

  • Strategic Visionary: Ability to think strategically and design innovative IT solutions to drive business growth and competitive advantage.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent communication skills to influence C-level executives, present architectural strategies, and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Leadership and Mentorship: Proven leadership in guiding architects, developers, and IT teams while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Industry Experience

  • Extensive experience in industries such as Banking, Insurance, Energy, Telecommunications, or Manufacturing, with a history of delivering enterprise-grade IT solutions tailored to sector-specific challenges.

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