What we expect

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Enterprise Architect to lead the digital transformation of our line-of-business operations, including sales, installation, service, and modernization. This role requires a hands-on, "0 to 1" approach—someone who can design, architect, and implement enterprise-level solutions from scratch while aligning with business goals. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between business strategy and technology execution, driving end-to-end transformation that enhances customer experiences, optimizes processes, and fosters scalability.
• Digital Transformation Leadership: Design and implement an enterprise architecture strategy to modernize and digitize core business functions, including sales (CRM integration, pipeline automation), installation (workflow orchestration), service (field service optimization), and modernization (legacy system upgrades).
• Hands-On "0 to 1" Development: Take a proactive, roll-up-your-sleeves approach to build systems, frameworks, and processes from the ground up, iterating rapidly to deliver measurable outcomes.
• Business Alignment: Collaborate with stakeholders across sales, operations, and service teams to understand pain points, define requirements, and translate them into scalable technical solutions.
• Technology Roadmap: Develop and maintain a comprehensive architecture roadmap that supports digital initiatives, ensuring flexibility, resilience, and future-proofing.
• Solution Design: Architect end-to-end systems integrating cloud platforms, APIs, microservices, and data ana-lytics to streamline operations and enable real-time decision-making. · Legacy Modernization: Assess existing systems, identify opportunities for modernization, and lead the migra-tion of legacy applications to modern, cloud-native architectures.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product managers, developers, and business leaders to ensure seamless execution of transformation initiatives.
• Innovation und Best Practices: Stay ahead of industry trends, introducing cutting-edge technologies (e.g., AI, IoT, low-code platforms) to enhance business capabilities.
• Governance und Standards: Establish architectural standards, guidelines, and governance frameworks to ensure consistency, security, and compliance across all digital initiatives
• Prototyping und Validation: Build proofs-of-concept (POCs) and minimum viable products (MVPs) to validate architectural approaches and accelerate time-to-value.

Who we are looking for

Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s preferred but not required).
• Certifications (Preferred): TOGAF, Azure Solutions Architect, or equivalent.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken; Minimum level: C1)
 
Experience:
• 8+ years in enterprise architecture, solution design, or a related field, with at least 3+ years focused on digital transformation projects.
• Proven track record of leading "0 to 1" initiatives—designing and delivering systems from ideation to production.
• Hands-on experience in line-of-business domains such as sales (e.g., Salesforce, Dynamics 365), in-stallation (e.g., ERP, workflow tools), service (e.g., FSM platforms), and modernization (e.g., cloud migration).
 
Technical Skills
• Expertise in cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, or equivalent) and modern architectural patterns (e.g., mi-croservices, event-driven design).
• Proficiency in integration technologies (e.g., APIs, ETL, middleware) and data management (e.g., SQL, NoSQL, data lakes).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Coding/scripting experience (e.g., Python, Java, or similar) for prototyping or automation is a plus.
 
Key Competencies
• Hands-on, pragmatic approach to building and scaling solutions.
• Deep understanding of business processes in sales, installation, service, and modernization.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with tactical execution.
• Passion for innovation and driving measurable business impact.
 
Soft Skills:
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a bias for action and tangible results.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced environments and drive clarity from uncertainty.
 
Working Conditions:
• Hybrid with occasional travel to field locations, regional centers, or corporate offices.
• Collaboration with global teams may require flexibility in working hours.

What we offer

• Health and Safety –Highest standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities
• Flexibility –We support, for example, through flexible yet regulated working hours and remote working options
• Compensation und pension – Fair working conditions, competitive compensation, following “Collective Agreements” and support with pension schemes
• Collaboration und diversity –Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation
• Development –Individual support to help you get started in your new job as well as training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally
• Creative leeway –We offer an environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no-blame-culture
• Sustainability –We act with responsibility and environmental awareness
• Work environment –We have modern workplaces and IT equipment, subsidized lunchtime meals in the canteen, free parking and discounted public transport tickets

Contact

Please apply online in English, including your notice period and salary expectation based on a regular 40 hour work week.
Alexandra Dreger
Talent Acquisition

Additional information

At TK Elevator, we aim to embrace diversity and welcome everyone -no matter the ethnicity, nationality, gender or gender expression, age, social background, religion or world belief, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic or status.
Do you have a disability and would like to work with us? Then we look forward to your application!
As a signatory of the Charter of Diversity, TK Elevator is committed to a prejudice-free and diverse working environment with equal opportunities. Although we are not completely barrier-free yet, we are working every day to improve ourselves. Let’s overcome barriers together and work on individual solutions that work for you.