8 Jan 2026 BBBH62084 Enterprise Architect Negotiable Kerry

I'm working with a large, well established organisation that's investing heavily in technology as part of a long term growth plan. They're now hiring an Enterprise Architect to play a central role in shaping future systems and platforms.

This is a permanent role, hybrid working with three days onsite, and a genuine opportunity to influence decisions at group level rather than just document them.

Hybrid - South West Ireland

This is a hands on, senior architecture role with real ownership.

• Owning and evolving the enterprise architecture framework aligned to TOGAF
• Defining business, application, data and technology architecture layers
• Leading application rationalisation and system modernisation
• Creating architecture artefacts such as capability maps, system landscapes and integration views
• Setting and maintaining technology standards and patterns
• Chairing regular architecture governance sessions
• Reviewing and shaping major technology and design decisions
• Managing technical debt and guiding build versus buy decisions
• Developing a three to five year technology roadmap aligned to ambitious growth targets
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to translate business capability into technical solutions
• Designing modern integration approaches and cloud based data platforms with an Azure focus

• Eight plus years' experience in Enterprise Architecture
• Strong grounding in TOGAF or equivalent with certification required
• Proven experience across application portfolios and system modernisation
• Solid understanding of cloud architecture, integrations and APIs with Azure ideal
• Experience with ERP, workforce management, GIS or field based systems is a strong advantage
• Confident communicator who can influence without authority

• Competitive Enterprise Architecture salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working model
• Strong long term career progression
• Supportive environment with real investment in technology and people
• A chance to make architectural decisions that genuinely matter

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Calum Omand Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group .

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