Whole industries have been disrupted and transformed in recent years by technology. As a technology consulting professional, you'll help businesses realize the value they can gain from their IT investments — supporting strategy and being a key growth driver. As part of a high-performing team, you'll deliver exceptional client service — providing advice on how technology enablement, digital transformation and enterprise intelligence contribute to performance improvement, as well as how technology can act as multiplying effect during major program transformations.

As organizations look to leverage the advantage technology offers, we'll work with you to develop the consultancy and analytical skills that you'll need in today's environment. Working on projects that cross borders and sectors, the experiences you gain here will be more valuable than anywhere else. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

The Opportunity

EY is looking for an Enterprise Architect to join our rapidly expanding Technology Consulting team. The role will be based in Syria to serve our clients onsite.

Key Responsibilities

Understanding the business strategy & vision and translating them into enterprise-wide technology vision & strategy in alignment with strategic priorities for growth, customer experience, efficiency etc.

Assess the impact of the business strategy on the architecture landscape, including organization, information and infrastructure and applications.

Create business and enterprise architecture models that help clients to realize their strategy & vision with technology. Support the creation of blueprints and roadmaps for complex and large technology environments.

Ability to analyze client's (IT) Operating Model including the organization structure, processes and governance while developing recommendations and/or creating actionable roadmaps.

Be a trusted advisor on 'innovation' with ability to frame key business and technology trends within the context of the client's objectives. Identify the potential implications and impacts of the associated trends.

Leverage EY's global network and cross-functional expertise to develop relevant enterprise architecture insights.

Develop thought leadership and define approaches to provide structured solutions to complex technology strategy problems of clients, by recombining existing methodologies and teams.

Technical Skills Requirements

Experience specializing in technology architecture, solution architecture and standards. Desired skills include an understanding of network architecture, including the design and implementation of secure and scalable network solutions.

Knowledge in enterprise architecture tools such as Meta, Aris, Alfabet is an advantage.

Develop reference architectures and technology blueprints based on business requirements and non-functional requirements.

Proficiency in designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure solutions. Ability to identify technology standardization opportunities, specify options, weigh implementation complexities and risks to make the right technical decision.

Experience with at least one Cloud Based Platform (Cloud Foundry, Google Cloud Platform, AWS, Azure).

Experience architecting and implementing using Microservices and Containerization technologies (e.g., Docker).

Experience guiding, designing and assisting in implementing Service Oriented Architecture. Experience with and good understanding of Business Process Management, Business Rules Management Systems, and Complex Event Processing systems.

Understanding of systems infrastructure and various approaches to load balancing and fault tolerance.

Experience in producing solution architecture diagrams, application interaction diagrams, solution blueprints, roadmaps, etc.

Support in: (1) developing architecture standards, principles, and guidelines for the enterprise; (2) governing enterprise-wide portfolio of systems/platforms as part of 'Architecture Review Board'; and (3) functioning as guardian of the strategy and architecture to make sure that new initiatives comply with the set guidelines.

Analyzing application portfolios, identifying dependencies and common infrastructure platform components, and assessing migration feasibility.

Client Responsibilities

Build and maintain appropriate relationships at client; leverage relationships to effectively execute work.

Connect the right EY team members to key client contacts.

Maintain open and proactive communication.

Build credibility by knowing what's happening in clients' businesses and with their competitors.

Bring diverse and thought-provoking perspectives and EY points of view to explore solutions with clients.

Manage multiple viewpoints and ways to express them so that the organization benefits from different insights and ideas.

Support approach when challenged and influence senior client team members by establishing credibility related to specialized matters and technical judgment on work-in progress.

Develop a wide and deep network across client organizations and professional bodies, developing lasting, mutually beneficial relationships with key stakeholders.

Internal Expectations

Take ownership for driving professional growth and leveraging coaching, learning and new experiences.

Confidently and authentically present complex messages skillfully, using a variety of media and methods that build excellent relationships based on trust.

Demonstrate influencing skills that address the varied interests and individual style of others, recognizing people have different sources of motivation and ways to achieve success.

Create a positive team environment, balancing individual initiative with team collaboration, and encourage people to speak up and express differing views.

Improve commitment and engagement of team members, while focusing on the achievement of their goals.

Provide constructive feedback tailored to each person's style and environment. Recommend development activities tailored to each team member's needs and learning style.

Resolve competing priorities and resource allocation issues, building collaboration across organizational boundaries.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineer or other relevant advanced degree from a top educational institution

TOGAF/ZACHMAN certification or equivalent.

Experience: 2+

What We Look For

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you'll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.