Enterprise Architect (Hybrid)

Enterprise Architect | (Hybrid)
Competitive (DOE)
Dublin
Permanent

We're partnering with a fast-growing organisation to hire an Enterprise Architect to support an expanded change agenda over the next 12-24 months. You'll thrive here if you're collaborative, low-ego, and as comfortable with business outcomes as with technology. Public and private-sector backgrounds welcome.

What you'll do

• Lead target-state architecture for multi-year, organisation-wide transformation initiatives including cost/benefit analysis, risk appetite, regulatory horizon, and how IT capabilities underpin business outcomes.
• Develop target operating models, digital roadmaps, and technology blueprints.
• Design and oversee implementation of enterprise strategy across applications, cloud, integration, and data.
• Partner with CIO/CTO and senior stakeholders to align solutions with business goals.
• Work within applicable regulatory and security requirements (e.g., GDPR, NIS2, and DORA where relevant).
• Provide technical delivery oversight, including vendor and platform selection.

What you'll bring

• Strong grounding in enterprise architecture frameworks, governance, and capability models.
• Experience shaping long-term business/IT alignment strategies
• Ability to maintain enterprise roadmaps, principles, and standards.
• Confidence advising senior leadership on investment priorities, operating model impacts, and regulatory considerations at enterprise scale.
• Proven track record with EA governance, architecture boards, and portfolio planning.
• IASA/TOGAF/Zachman certifications (an advantage)

What you'll get

• Competitive salary (DOE) with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Clear progression and the chance to shape high-impact programmes as the team grows.
• Hybrid working with regular on-site collaboration in Dublin (pattern based on project needs).

Please apply with your CV to m.carlisle@mcsgroup.jobs, or contact Michael Carlisle, Specialist Recruitment Consultant, to discuss the role in confidence. Confidential enquiries welcome.