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Role Description

The Sr. Director of Enterprise Architecture is a strategic leadership role responsible for defining and driving the enterprise-wide architecture vision, ensuring alignment between business goals and technology strategy.

• Lead the development and evolution of enterprise architecture strategy and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Drive alignment between business capabilities and IT solutions across all domains (application, data, infrastructure, and security).
• Oversee architecture governance processes to ensure compliance, consistency, and quality across initiatives.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team of enterprise and solution architects.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to inform strategic planning and innovation.
• Act as a thought leader and change agent to promote architectural best practices and digital transformation.
• Partner closely with business and IT leaders to ensure enterprise architecture enables agility and operational efficiency.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and sustainable technology solutions that address complex business challenges.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including C-level executives and senior business leaders.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by regularly assessing and refining architectural practices, tools, and methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• MBA or Master’s degree in Technology Management or Business Administration preferred.
• TOGAF, Zachman, or other enterprise architecture certifications are a plus.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in enterprise architecture, technology strategy, or IT leadership roles within large, complex global organizations.
• Deep expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks, digital transformation, and cloud-native architectures.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional architecture initiatives across application, data, infrastructure, and security domains.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with C-level executives and senior business stakeholders.
• 10+ years of prior management experience, including building and leading high-performing architecture teams.
• Experience in the footwear, apparel, or consumer products industry is a plus but not required.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to translate business goals into technology roadmaps.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Deep knowledge of modern technology stacks, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), and integration patterns.
• Proficiency in architecture modeling tools and methodologies.
• Ability to drive innovation and manage change in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on enterprise-scale impact.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Bonuses - A variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development and reward success.
• Financial Planning and Wellbeing - Plans to help employees achieve their financial goals.
• Time Away from Work - Support for employees needing time to recharge or focus on health.
• Extras, Discounts, and Perks - Generous discounts and community-based programs.
• Growth and Development - Extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
• Health and Wellness - Comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings.