Manager, Enterprise Architecture

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

The successful candidate has a background in Enterprise and Solution Architecture who will lead and participate in various projects within digital transformation including ERP modernization, data modernization, AI/GenAI use case deployments, data and information management/governance, information process and flow mapping, data/report migration, data optimization, and/or multidisciplinary team participating in digital transformation projects. We are looking for someone who can combine innovation and design and engage proactively with our customers on a long-term basis across their entire enterprise systems architecture to discover opportunities and drive an on-going stream of deals and opportunity.

As a Manager in our Technology, Strategy and Transformation Advisory practice, you will use your strong business acumen and be a key member of a high performing team.
 
The successful candidate will have a range of responsibilities, including:

• Develop business, information, application, technology and security architectures enterprise-wide or for specific lines of business, program areas or business functions
• Develop generalized reference models for specific industry sectors
• Establish Enterprise Architecture practices, capabilities, standards, and methods
• Lead the delivery of business led technology-enabled project/programs using agile design, development and implementation methodologies
• Develop Business Transformation Plans, IT Strategic Plans, Information Management Strategies, and Digital Strategies based on Enterprise Architectures, for enterprises and/or specific program areas or business functions
• Evaluate application and technology portfolios in relation to target architectures, and recommend application rationalization and modernization strategies
• Develop EA based business transformation portfolio plans and governance mechanisms
• Assisting with business and practice development by identifying, leading and preparing proposals, marketing material, internal and external presentations, seminar materials, articles, etc
• Leading implementation of roadmaps across all IT domains, including process and data flow, governance frameworks, quality management programs, platform modernization & rationalization, governance frameworks, business cases, cost/benefit analyses, etc.
• Delivering high-quality work on time that meets the Firm’s quality standards and client expectations
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry IT and business leaders Provide enterprise architectures to support program evaluations and performance reviews of business and IT functions
• Supporting and guiding clients in implementing recommendations
• Applying best practice and process maturity knowledge observed in client engagements and personal research.
• Travel may be up to 30%

• 7 to 10 years of professional work experience as an architect
• Professional experience within the Calgary Energy Industry
• Enterprise architecture skills in one or more areas, including: business architecture, information architecture, application architecture, technology architecture, solution architecture, security architecture.
• Ability to understand, analyze and synthesize large amounts of information about the policies and operations of high-complexity organizations
• Excellent written and oral business communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experience with data modeling, definition writing, process modelling
• Experience with solution design and implementation skills and experience, especially in an Agile environment.
• ERP application package knowledge, selection and/or implementation.
• Relevant designations are an asset, including but not limited to, TOGAF, Prince2, CGEIT
• Cloud Platform Solution Architecture Certifications – Azure, AWS, Google, Oracle, etc.
• SAFe or other Agile certifications, PMP, CISA, CDMP, ITIL, CoBIT certifications
• University degree is an asset, preferably in computer science, engineering, business or a similar discipline.

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KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.