Principal Architect | Strategic Enterprise Architecture
Core
Define enterprise architecture and technology roadmaps for key NIQ product portfolios, ensuring alignment with business strategy and driving the adoption of AI, Generative AI, and agentic AI across the platform.
Role type
Principal Enterprise Architect (Strategic)
Builds
Target-state architectures, multi-year technology roadmaps, reference architectures, and governance frameworks for global data ecosystems.
Domain
Enterprise Architecture, AI/ML Strategy, Cloud Platforms, Data & Analytics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Enterprise architecture strategy, multi-year technology roadmapping, AI/Generative AI system design, cloud architecture (Azure), stakeholder influence, architecture governance, capability-based planning, M&A integration planning, technical debt management, build-versus-buy analysis
Preferred skills
Data analytics domain knowledge, ArchiMate, ADOIT, FinOps, LLMOps, Python, API design
Technologies
Microsoft Azure, Generative AI, Agentic AI, Python, APIs, Cloud-native platforms
Responsibilities
Own portfolio target-state architecture and 3-year technology roadmap; Define reusable reference architectures and patterns for AI and cloud; Drive adoption of enterprise standards and governance processes; Mentor architects and influence senior leadership; Assess emerging technologies and translate signals into investment recommendations; Support M&A due diligence and integration planning.
Seniority
Principal, strategic advisor & hands-on architect
