Enterprise Architect

Summary: The Enterprise Architect role focuses on leading the end-user computing (EUC) workstream, aligning technology solutions with business strategies, and ensuring the implementation of secure and efficient EUC technologies. The position requires expertise in architecture, solution design, and technology implementation, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and stakeholder engagement. The role also involves driving innovation and continuous improvement in user experience and productivity through emerging technologies. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for influencing decision-making and mentoring junior staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the EUC workstream across architecture, engineering, and delivery.
• Define and execute the EUC roadmap aligned with business and IT strategy.
• Act as a thought leader in modern workplace technologies and digital user experience.
• Architect end-user computing solutions focusing on performance, scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Design and maintain EUC platforms including Windows, macOS, VDI, and mobile endpoints.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and cloud strategies.
• Oversee deployment and lifecycle management of EUC technologies including Microsoft 365, Windows 10/11, Citrix/VMware VDI, and endpoint management (Intune, SCCM).
• Drive automation and standardization across the EUC estate.
• Ensure EUC solutions adhere to security policies and regulatory requirements.
• Implement zero-trust principles, identity and access management, and data protection strategies.
• Partner with infrastructure, security, and business teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Engage with vendors and service providers to evaluate and implement new technologies.
• Identify and pilot emerging technologies to enhance user experience and productivity.
• Drive continuous improvement through analytics, user feedback, and service optimization.
• Possess deep knowledge of EUC technologies including Windows/macOS, Microsoft 365, Azure AD, Citrix/VMware Horizon, VDI, Intune, SCCM, and Autopilot.
• Implement secure EUC environments with zero-trust architecture.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001).
• Lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior staff.
• Influence technical and business decision-making.

Key Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate, Citrix Certified Expert - Virtualization, ITIL Foundation or Practitioner.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid environments.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior staff.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence technical and business decision-making.
• Deep knowledge of EUC technologies including Windows/macOS, Microsoft 365, Azure AD, Citrix/VMware Horizon, VDI, Intune, SCCM, and Autopilot.
• Experience implementing secure EUC environments with zero-trust architecture.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001).

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Northampton

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT