Enterprise Architect in Sydney

What is an Enterprise Architect?

Enterprise Architects are responsible for the overall IT systems architecture of an organisation. It is their job to ensure that their organisation achieves a competitive advantage via the use of the latest tech.

They also oversee the maintenance and upgrades of legacy systems, software, hardware, and networks, all with an eye on supporting various business units, and helping to achieve business goals.

Enterprise Architect job description

As an important member of the IT team, a typical Enterprise Architect job description should include, but is not limited to:

Evaluate the internal business strategies and existing IT processes and architecture

Suggest improvements to IT functions, processes, and systems

Consult with business units in order to determine their IT requirements

Suggest strategies to cut IT costs

Create and implement IT strategies to achieve business goals

Provide technical support

Train and mentor junior IT staff

Write and revise existing training and technical manuals

What skills and qualifications should an Enterprise Architect have?

AWhile many organisations in search of an Enterprise Architect request tertiary education in mathematics or computer science, it is not a strict requirement. Instead, Enterprise Architects should be able to demonstrate experience with enterprise solutions, business strategy, audit and compliance, and system architecture.

Other technical skills should include:

Cloud computing

SQL and database management

Data sourcing

Modeling

Data visualisation

Budgeting and cost cutting

Additionally, Enterprise Architects should demonstrate their ability to keep up with the latest advancements and trends in IT and technology.

Soft skills should include:

Communication

Problem solving

Critical/analytical thinking

Leadership

Organisation

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Salary for Enterprise Architect in Sydney

184040 - 235400

25th Percentile

184040

The applicant has limited or no experience in the position and is still developing their skills.

Demand: Low

50th Percentile

212395

The applicant has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.

Demand: Moderate

75th Percentile

235400

The applicant has above-average experience, has (nearly) all necessary skills, and may also have specialised qualifications.

Demand: High

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Position title

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

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162640

180830

196880

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165315

186715

210790

Data Architect

157290

180830

210255

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