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Lead Deal Enterprise Architect (Apps & Data) - Location, Johannesburg

Position Summary:

We are hiring for a Lead Deal Enterprise Architect (Applications & Data) within Wipro Enterprise Futuring covering the Africa region.

Enterprise Futuring is the largest global business line across Wipro.We offer our clients forward-looking solutions for large-scale enterprise transformation. At Wipro Enterprise Futuring we offer intelligent insights, enterprise data, application platforms, digital operations, and cybersecurity risk services with deep industry knowledge, incredible passion, and strong customer relationships.

The EA will be responsible to create Enterprises that help differentiate Wipro in Market place, enable large deal wins, focus on building relationships & enhance Wipro's market positioning.

Responsibilities:

As an Enterprise Architect, you will use your expertise to construct specific and detailed Enterprises that encompass process, technology, project and staffing plans. You will lead the design of low to medium revenue and medium complexity custom services Enterprises by:

  • translating the client’s IT requirements into specific systems, applications and/or process designs for custom technical Enterprises;
  • balancing the needs of sales and delivery to design a Enterprise that meets or exceeds the requirements of service delivery.

Tasks will include

  • Develop and maintain an enterprise-wide application and data architecture strategy, aligning it with business objectives and industry best practices.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements, translate them into technical solutions, and create architectural designs that meet functional and non-functional requirements.
  • Lead the discovery and analysis of client's existing application and data landscape, including business processes, systems, and data flow.
  • Design and present strategic and innovative architecture solutions that align with clients' goals, leveraging modern technologies and industry best practices.
  • Develop compelling architectural diagrams, solution blueprints, and technical proposals to showcase the value and feasibility of the recommended solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Managers, Developers, Data Scientists, and Cloud Architects, to validate and refine proposed solutions.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to the Sales and Pre-Sales teams during the sales process, including product demonstrations, proof-of-concept exercises, and RFP responses.
  • Working in a Physical/Virtual team to create value propositions to customers.
  • Participation in the construction of financial models that align with custom Enterprise proposal. You will be the primary expert in constructing the specific Enterprise, scope document, risk profile, and corresponding financials.
  • Composing applicable services agreements (e.g. Statements of Work, SLA documentation, etc.) that specify processes, technology, staffing, deliverables, commitments, risk, and project management aspects of a Enterprise;
  • Constructing risk assessments and corresponding remediation plans relative to custom Enterprise proposals.
  • The Enterprise Architect will serve as a services subject matter expert to both internal and external customers and may participate in leadership presentations to customers.
  • You will follow all organizational standard operating procedures relative to cost modelling, approvals and reviews, and all other associated workflow, documentation and deliverables.
  • The Enterprise Architect participates in applicable win-loss reviews and incorporates learnings into future Enterprises.
  • You will be responsible for technology choice and integration
  • Responsibility extends beyond the sale into transition and transformation phase in the form of architecture review boards and innovation councils
  • Solid understanding of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.
  • Demonstrated ability to design and architect complex cloud solutions across multiple industries, considering scalability, reliability, and security.

Qualification / Experience

  • Proven experience (12+ years) as an Enterprise Architect, specializing in Application and Data.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise application architecture principles, data modeling, integration patterns, and data governance.
  • In-depth knowledge of modern application development frameworks, databases, data warehousing, business intelligence, and analytics platforms.
  • Demonstrated experience designing scalable and resilient architectures for complex enterprise solutions across multiple industries.
  • Proficiency in architecting solutions for cloud-based platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and effectively manage multiple priorities and deliverables.
  • Industry certifications, in enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman), are highly desirable.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and a passion for continuous learning and self-improvement.
  • Strong expertise in designing and implementing enterprise-level application and data architectures.
  • In-depth knowledge of modern technologies, frameworks, and tools related to application and data architecture, such as cloud computing, microservices, big data, data warehousing, ETL, data integration, etc.
  • Experience working across multiple industries, understanding their unique challenges and requirements.
  • Proficient in architecting solutions that align with industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements (e.g., security, privacy, data governance).
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proven track record of successfully architecting and delivering customer-focused solutions, preferably in a pre-sales or consulting environment.
  • Prior experience in Pre-Sales, design and Enterprises roles in a global organization is mandatory
  • Excellent oral, written communication and presentation skills.
  • Excellent customer handling skills.
  • Strong understanding of Cloud Enterprises like – Azure, Google, AWS
  • Understanding of Workplace Enterprises like O365, Service Desk, Service Management,
  • Understanding of network and software defined networking.
  • Understanding of security aspects around the infrastructure Enterprises
  • Must be self-driven and must have strong people management skills
  • Exposure to Next-Gen Enterprises leveraging technology like- Digital, Automation, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence.
  • Exposure to process re-engineering, process consulting and / or operational management roles.
  • Experience in the implementation of ITSM Solutions (ServiceNow)

Behavioural Attributes:

  • Highest level of integrity and confidentiality.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, proactive and takes initiative, working well with minimal supervision.

Internal to Wipro

  • Creative and effective at solving problems.
  • Can operate across all levels of stakeholders (internal and external), evidences proactive engagement and a natural comfort in influencing others to solicit contributions from across teams.
  • Thrives on ability to execute successfully, taking accountability and demonstrating great pride in the quality of outcome(s).
  • Team player and embraces new challenges or opportunities to learn and contribute, for matters that fall broadly within the scope of the role.
  • Experience operating in a multicultural and matrixed environment, in Consulting or other Professional Services with exposure to global teams preferable.

Language(s) –

Must be fully conversant in English (speech, reading and writing).Arabic, French and/or Portuguese are considered highly advantageous.

"Wipro is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and makes all employment and employment-related decisions without regard to a person's race, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law

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