Description

We are an international automotive supplier and offer bodywork solutions that make the mobility of tomorrow safe. With 8,100 employees worldwide, we develop and produce complex metal and hybrid structures for bodyshells and chassis, which make a decisive contribution to the optimum protection of all vehicle occupants in the event of a car accident.

IT Enterprise Architect (m/f/d)
at our location in Iserlohn, Stefanstrasse

We are looking for a passionate enterprise architect with a strategic mindset who is able to accompany our transformation. The main goal is to streamline our process, data and application management and ensure that the enterprise architecture is aligned with the strategy and vision of KIRCHHOFF Automotive.

  • Development of a comprehensive enterprise architecture (EA), taking into account the current system landscape and the strategic IT roadmap of Kirchhoff Automotive.
  • Documentation of the core component processes, applications, systems, data, technologies and existing dependencies (interfaces, releases, lifecycle, etc.).
  • Establishment of architecture management within KIRCHHOFF Automotive: architecture standards, principles & governance according to our strategic and tactical vision.
  • Ongoing review of EA and coordination of all changes with the aim of rationalization and standardization as well as building a scalable system architecture for our core business processes.
  • Evaluate and recommend technology solutions that support the evolving needs of the business and ensure integration, scalability, security and cost efficiency.
  • Organize and implement an EA board to decide on desired and recommended changes – including recording results and publishing success stories.
  • Proactively steer the lifecycle and application portfolio together with all stakeholders, e.g. application experts, infrastructure and cross-functional IT teams as well as business units and executives.

  • You have successfully completed a university degree in business administration, economics, computer science or a comparable qualification.
  • You have 5 years of experience as an IT architect (m/f/d) as well as good knowledge of EA tools (e.g. LeanIX) and corresponding frameworks (TOGAF).
  • You have communication and presentation skills in English at all business levels, coupled with a global mindset; knowledge of German is desirable.
  • You have a strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud computing, cyber security, data management and application development.
  • You are able to think strategically and align IT investments with long-term business goals.
  • You have team spirit and show initiative and motivation.

  • For an ideal work-life balance, we offer the option of mobile working as well as flexible flexitime arrangements that allow up to 14 extra days
  • As an innovative employer, it is a matter of course for us to equip you with the latest technology and give you the opportunity for mobile working
  • Security in old age, we support you with a company pension scheme
  • Healthy nutrition is important, which is why we provide all employees with fresh fruit and vegetables at the workplace
  • Customized personnel development ensures your professional success
  • There is something for everyone here! We ensure a healthy balance through our cooperation partners (employer-financed supplementary health insurance, fitness studio, free swimming in the regional indoor pool, vaccinations)
  • It pays to be part of it! Employee benefits through corporate benefits
  • Our own company daycare center “KiCoKids” enables a perfect work-life balance
  • A collectively agreed salary is a matter of course for us
  • Unique! KIRCHHOFF Culture Life: culture and events – we keep things varied