Head of Enterprise/SW Architecture (m/f/n)

About the role

ESET is looking for a Lead/Head of Architecture to collaborate with teams across enterprise architecture while leading and developing a team of experienced architects. The role helps shape and evolve ESET's enterprise and software architecture in line with business strategy and product direction, within a global R&D organisation of about 800 people delivering cybersecurity solutions in endpoint protection, EDR, XDR and related areas.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a team of senior architects and strengthen architectural capabilities across the global R&D organisation.
• Shape and evolve enterprise and software architecture in line with business strategy and product direction.
• Influence technical decisions across enterprise applications, integration architecture, cloud and on-premise environments, security, data, APIs and microservices.

Required profile

• Proven experience in senior technical leadership roles such as Technical Lead, IT Lead, Architect, Engineering Manager or similar.
• Strong hands-on experience in software architecture within modern software environments.
• Ability to understand and influence technical decisions across enterprise applications, integration, cloud and on-premise environments, security, data, APIs and microservices.
• Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid architectures and large-scale, complex technology environments.
• Knowledge of enterprise support domains such as CRM, ERP and eCommerce, including digital customer journeys.
• Strong leadership, communication and analytical skills, with advanced written and spoken English.

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience with SAFe methodology.
• Knowledge of domain-driven design.
• Experience with security-driven architecture or cybersecurity.
• Experience with transformation initiatives such as cloud adoption, legacy modernisation or digitalisation.
• Experience designing architecture in large, complex, globally scaled environments.

What we offer

• Base wage from 6,000 EUR gross per month, with possible increase depending on skills and experience.
• Performance bonus twice a year, up to 15% of basic salary.
• Healthcare, multisport card, travel card, supplementary pension saving and family allowances.
• Office refreshments, activity room, loyalty benefits and discounts from external providers.