Habitat for Humanity International
Enterprise Architect I
Habitat for Humanity International, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Enterprise Architect I
Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is seeking a self‑motivated professional to join our team as an
Enterprise Architect I . The purpose of the role is to conduct enterprise analysis, design, planning, and implementation, using a holistic approach at all times, for the successful development and execution of strategy. The Enterprise Architect will apply architecture principles and practices to guide the organization through the business, information, process, and technology changes necessary to execute strategies. This position will work with stakeholders, both leadership and subject matter experts, to build a holistic view of the organization’s strategy, processes, information, and information technology assets. The role of the Enterprise Architect is to take this knowledge and ensure that the business and IT are in alignment. The Enterprise Architect links the business mission, strategy, and processes of an organization to its IT strategy, and documents this using multiple architectural models or views that show how the current and future needs of an organization will be met in an efficient, sustainable, agile, and adaptable manner. This position may be remotely based in Malaysia or the Philippines and requires 5% travel.
Responsibilities
Create strategies and plans that define how information technology should be utilized to support an organization’s overall business strategy
Maintain knowledge of evolving trends in IT strategy and management and apply those to develop innovative business solutions
Develop high‑level designs that support robust technology solutions, taking into account user requirements, technical requirements, technology strategy, cybersecurity, and business strategy
Conduct technology evaluation and selection activities, which at times will require formal RFPs
Ensure collaboration with appropriate business units and other IT staff to gain buy‑in for technical strategies and product selection
Provide leadership guidance on business architecture, including the necessary level of management and administrative oversight to achieve the requirements and objectives of tasks
Define and maintain enterprise architecture principles, policies, and standards
Define and maintain enterprise‑level technology and integration models, and the high‑level application landscape diagram
Develop the capability and credibility to evaluate emerging technologies and to drive digital business strategy
Identify opportunities created by business moments to leverage the economics of connections across the business ecosystem
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent experience
10+ years of experience as a technical lead for major technology implementations
Experience with Big Data, structured and unstructured data
Experience using industry standards such as TOGAF or Zachman
Experience in leading complex, cross‑functional problem‑solving initiatives
Experience with a variety of technologies, architectures, and frameworks
Proficient with Visio, Lucid, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and other productivity and architecture collaboration tools
Working knowledge of UML and other architecture modeling notations to sketch class diagrams, object diagrams, sequence diagrams, collaboration diagrams, and use cases related to the project
Knowledge of OOP development languages (e.g., C, C++, Java, .NET, Python, etc.)
Working knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and industry models (TOGAF, ITIL, etc.)
Motivational: Must be able to motivate and inspire, influence, or evangelize a set of ideals in the enterprise
Negotiation: Must negotiate to get things accomplished
Critical Thinking: Ability to think quickly and on your feet is often required
Problem Solving: Evaluate and solve problems
Big Thinking: View a problem from multiple angles to test rationale
Business Savvy: Knowing the industry is essential; being in tune with the business
Process Orientation: Thinking in terms of process; building repeatable and reusable processes as artifacts from the work
People Skills: Requires interacting with people constantly
Familiarity with project lifecycles, including Scrum, Agile, Scaled Agile, and other SDLCs
Highly proficient communicator, both written and verbal, with both technical and business audiences
Ability to work creatively and analytically to quickly understand complex business problems
Preferred
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
Active support of HFHI Values
Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves.
Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.
Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission.
Safeguarding – HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.
HFHI is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
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Enterprise Architect I . The purpose of the role is to conduct enterprise analysis, design, planning, and implementation, using a holistic approach at all times, for the successful development and execution of strategy. The Enterprise Architect will apply architecture principles and practices to guide the organization through the business, information, process, and technology changes necessary to execute strategies. This position will work with stakeholders, both leadership and subject matter experts, to build a holistic view of the organization’s strategy, processes, information, and information technology assets. The role of the Enterprise Architect is to take this knowledge and ensure that the business and IT are in alignment. The Enterprise Architect links the business mission, strategy, and processes of an organization to its IT strategy, and documents this using multiple architectural models or views that show how the current and future needs of an organization will be met in an efficient, sustainable, agile, and adaptable manner. This position may be remotely based in Malaysia or the Philippines and requires 5% travel.
Responsibilities
Create strategies and plans that define how information technology should be utilized to support an organization’s overall business strategy
Maintain knowledge of evolving trends in IT strategy and management and apply those to develop innovative business solutions
Develop high‑level designs that support robust technology solutions, taking into account user requirements, technical requirements, technology strategy, cybersecurity, and business strategy
Conduct technology evaluation and selection activities, which at times will require formal RFPs
Ensure collaboration with appropriate business units and other IT staff to gain buy‑in for technical strategies and product selection
Provide leadership guidance on business architecture, including the necessary level of management and administrative oversight to achieve the requirements and objectives of tasks
Define and maintain enterprise architecture principles, policies, and standards
Define and maintain enterprise‑level technology and integration models, and the high‑level application landscape diagram
Develop the capability and credibility to evaluate emerging technologies and to drive digital business strategy
Identify opportunities created by business moments to leverage the economics of connections across the business ecosystem
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent experience
10+ years of experience as a technical lead for major technology implementations
Experience with Big Data, structured and unstructured data
Experience using industry standards such as TOGAF or Zachman
Experience in leading complex, cross‑functional problem‑solving initiatives
Experience with a variety of technologies, architectures, and frameworks
Proficient with Visio, Lucid, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and other productivity and architecture collaboration tools
Working knowledge of UML and other architecture modeling notations to sketch class diagrams, object diagrams, sequence diagrams, collaboration diagrams, and use cases related to the project
Knowledge of OOP development languages (e.g., C, C++, Java, .NET, Python, etc.)
Working knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and industry models (TOGAF, ITIL, etc.)
Motivational: Must be able to motivate and inspire, influence, or evangelize a set of ideals in the enterprise
Negotiation: Must negotiate to get things accomplished
Critical Thinking: Ability to think quickly and on your feet is often required
Problem Solving: Evaluate and solve problems
Big Thinking: View a problem from multiple angles to test rationale
Business Savvy: Knowing the industry is essential; being in tune with the business
Process Orientation: Thinking in terms of process; building repeatable and reusable processes as artifacts from the work
People Skills: Requires interacting with people constantly
Familiarity with project lifecycles, including Scrum, Agile, Scaled Agile, and other SDLCs
Highly proficient communicator, both written and verbal, with both technical and business audiences
Ability to work creatively and analytically to quickly understand complex business problems
Preferred
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
Active support of HFHI Values
Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves.
Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.
Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission.
Safeguarding – HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.
HFHI is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
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