Senior Manager Enterprise Architecture, DevOps & BI

About the position

We are looking for a Senior Manager Enterprise Architecture, DevOps BI to oversee the overall Enterprise Architecture, manage and coordinate various DevOps teams, and manage the design and implementation of bespoke mainframe/ERP systems, digital channels, other software development, and the Enterprise Data Warehouse.

• At least a three-year Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computer Sciences, Engineering, or IT.


• Fifteen years’ applicable IT experience, of which five years must be managerial level.


• Must possess knowledge of the following:
  
  
  
  • Solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals and methodologies;
  
  
  • Strong understanding of agile development cycle;
  
  
  • Firm grasp of object oriented programming concepts and principles;
  
  
  • An understanding of database systems;
  
  
  • Knowledge of web services and standards;
  
  
  • Ability to articulate and gain engagement for ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences;
  
  
  • Ability to motivate in a team-oriented collaborative environment;
  
  
  • Demonstrable and substantial experience in leading and managing teams of software developer;
  
  
  • Hands on experience in coding using multiple recognised industry standard languages;
  
  
  • Experience in successfully designing and developing complex and sophisticated software systems deployed in various environments;
  
  
  • Experience in setting up testing frameworks and procedures;
  
  
  • Project management;
  
  
  • Risk management;
  
  
  • Complex systems process analysis, design and simulation methodologies;
  
  
  • Familiarity with best practice management and governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, King V, ISO, TOGAF, applicable laws, acts, and regulations;
  
  
  
  


• Must possess the following skills:


• Good communication skills;


• Customer centricity and focus;


• Facilitating change and change management;


• Negotiation and contract management;


• Leadership qualities; and


• Multitasking and project management skills.

• Active involvement and participation in all major IT-related projects in order to enable business strategy and ensure best possible solutions.


• Manage change to ensure cost effective solutions delivered on time.


• Manage client relationships to ensure alignment between the development team and relevant business units.


• Manage and take responsibility of all activities including technical guidance, regarding the design, development, implementation and maintenance.


• Ensure the integrity, credibility and accuracy of all data contained within the Data Warehouse as well as all information/cubes/dashboards distributed by the BI department.


• In conjunction with the Head of IT and other senior managers in IT, develop plans aligned with the strategy and implement the objectives of the system needs of the organisation.


• Responsible for building applications to meet business requirements and oversees a team of technical specialists, system analysts and developers.


• Implement mechanisms to monitor, manage, and provide progress feedback on all software development activities, aligned with IT Framework.


• Mentor the development team in best practices, design patterns, and software development techniques.


• Manages contracted resources that estimate and carry out the development, testing, documentation and delivery of applications.


• Responsible for designing and developing new products or major enhancements to existing products that incorporate software in the overall functionality of electronic products and services.


• Lead a large development team in the design of highly complex software systems.


• Acts as technical expert addressing problems on systems integration, compatibility and multiple platforms.


• Responsible for project completion. Undertakes feasibility analysis for potential future projects and reports to management.


• Responsible for system design, technical specifications and advanced programming by applying Mainframe, Desktop and Embedded Technologies.


• Active involvement and participation in other IT projects in order to ensure the best possible business solutions.


• Ensure the availability of technical skills in order to meet the requirements of users and stakeholders.


• Take ownership of operational activities through the following actions:
  
  
  
  • Ensure system availability and stability at all times, to enable business units to perform their duties;
  
  
  • Effective management of problems and risks; and
  
  
  • Constantly evaluate system-driven solutions and processes.
  
  
  
  


• Implement, manage, and comply with the IT Governance Charter and IT Governance framework within the organisation.

Desired Skills:

• Systems Analysis
• Complex Problem Solving
• Programming/configuration
• Critical Thinking
• Time Management