Head of Architecture Governance

Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, Philippines | Governance | Full-time | Partially remote

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Who We Are

We are trusted, modern technology leaders in:

  • Agile Software Development
  • Quality Assurance
  • Cloud Consulting and Managed Services
  • Data Engineering and Analytics
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

We use technology to enrich experiences, empower businesses, and uplift communities.

Our C.A.R.E. values:

  • nourish Creativity
  • embody Agility
  • manifest Reliability
  • pursue Evolution

The Role

The Head of Architecture Governance ensures the integrity and scalability of Stratpoint’s solutions delivery by setting and enforcing architectural standards and best practice across projects and initiatives. This role spans the entire lifecycle from presales planning and project delivery to ongoing operations under MSP and beyond. It ensures consistent governance, accountability, and continuous improvement across all delivery functions.

By leading a team of Solutions Architects, Solutions Designers, and Systems Analysts to drive and build business-centered solutions with technology as an enabler; you drive best practices, help in risk management and resolving delivery challenges, and raise the capability and standard of execution across people, process, and platforms. This demands both strategic oversight and hands-on intervention, blending structure with agility.

The Benefits

At Stratpoint, we enjoy the autonomy, lack of bureaucracy, and the freedom to experiment, but without the chaos. We’re like a startup but with adult supervision.
You will be supported by capable management of HR, Finance, and IT that adheres to the highest standards of integrity and good governance.
Hybrid is our mode of work, but when we need to come together, we have inviting open floor office spaces designed to spark gatherings, collaboration, and camaraderie.

Stratpoint employees enjoy:

  • SSS, Pag-IBIG and PhilHealth benefits + company contribution
  • A monthly miscellaneous allowance
  • 13th month pay based on your monthly rate
  • Vacation and Sick leave
  • Wellness programs such as Wellness Wednesdays
  • HMO coverage
  • Team buildings and quarterly events (company outings and festive celebrations for Chinese New Year, Valentines, Halloween and Christmas)
  • And, friendly intramural competitions

Your Responsibilities

  • Owns the solutioning and outcomes of all projects and internal initiatives.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the Architecture Governance capability; a team of Solutions Architects, Solutions Designers, and Systems Analysts. Embedding a culture of quality solutions, collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement.
  • Develop, implement, and enforce architectural standards and best practices across all projects and conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Oversee the creation of architectural deliverables and documentation such as service blueprints, workflows, diagrams, and designs that address business objectives and value.
  • Ensure that solutions are scalable, secure, and align with client needs and industry trends in alignment with Systems Engineering and ITPMO to ensure seamless integration of architectural designs into project execution.
  • Support the sales team in technical discussions and proposals by providing solution architectures and approaches. 
  • Participate in client meetings to understand their needs and help translate into technical requirements for business-centered solutions.
  • Provide technical leadership in pre-sales activities, including the creation of architectural proposals and presentations.
  • Engage with clients to understand their business objectives and ensures that architectural solutions meet their needs and maintain a strong relationships and provide regular updates on architectural developments and progress and promptly addressing concerns
  • Drive capability building and knowledge management in the pursuit of continuous improvement in architectural practices and keeping updated on emerging technologies and methodologies.
  • Implement process improvements that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the team while fostering a culture of innovation and experimentation with new ideas and technologies

About You

  • Proven leadership in leading teams and efforts around technical solutioning and architecture across multiple domains and industries. 
  • Strong technical background (varied systems design); with expertise in Solutions Architecture, Systems Design, and Business Process Modeling.
  • Exposure to leading technologies such as AI, Cloud-Native architectures, data platforms, and digital transformation activities. 
  • Ability to design and enforce frameworks and standards for solutions architecture that scales with growth and support execution and operations.
  • Experience in supporting pre-sales and sales activities; defining technical solutions and aligning with clients.
  • Ability to lead and improve on capabilities and governance around architecture
  • Comfortable operating across strategy, execution, and day-to-day delivery and with upper management levels.
  • Effective communicator with ability to align diverse stakeholders and translate between technical and non-technical teams at various levels.
  • Deep understanding on software delivery lifecycle and operational methodologies.
  • Able to foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. Providing coaching, structure, and a clear sense of purpose.
  • Skilled at resolving complex technical issues and delivery challenges in partnership with ITPMO, Engineering, and related groups.

The requirements listed in this job description are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. You don’t have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification listed. If your skills are transferable and you are in the ballpark of what we are looking for, we encourage you to submit an application. We look forward to getting to know you more!