Head of Architecture & Governance - Remote

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join EMD Electronics.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

Everything we do in EMD Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.

Your Role

As the Head of Architecture & Governance, you will spearhead the Electronics´ Digital, Data & IT (DDIT) Architecture efforts. Your focus will be on creating a robust application and technology landscape tailored for the Electronics business sector. You will align with Group-wide Enterprise Architecture teams, evaluating and directing new capabilities to meet business demands. Building strong relationships with business and DDIT stakeholders is essential; you will communicate the value of enterprise architecture and ensure alignment between business goals and DDIT strategies. You will oversee governance processes, including reporting and monitoring to ensure compliance with architectural standards. Additionally, you will drive the DDIT architecture, data catalog, and data architecture, collaborating closely with teams to align the roadmap with customer and partner needs across the organization.

This role can be located in the US or Germany. Relocation assistance is not offered with this role.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in computer science or a related field
• 5+ years relevant experience
• Proven experience in enterprise architecture, IT strategy and solution design

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) and methodologies
• Knowledge of cloud technologies and data management
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of mentoring high-performing teams
• Experience in driving large-scale transformation initiatives
• Exceptional stakeholder management abilities
• Proficient in communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Domestic and international travel as needed

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

If you would like to know more about what diversity, equity, and inclusion means to us, please visit https://www.emdgroup.com/en/company/press-positions.html