Senior IT Architect / Strategic Advisor

We're seeking a Senior Enterprise Architect / Strategic IT Advisor Background: Our client is planning a modernization of its production data and industrial IT architecture. The current environment consists of multiple systems, some of which are approaching end-of-life and require replacement or consolidation. The client has already reviewed several vendor solutions and is now looking for an experienced Enterprise Architect to act as an independent, neutral advisor and sparring partner during the assessment and design phase. The consultant will help evaluate the current landscape, identify key challenges and opportunities, and support decision-making regarding future architecture, technology choices, and vendor ecosystem. The objective is a more standardized and controlled architecture that supports operational efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and future AI capabilities. Responsibilities · Assess the current application and architecture landscape. · Provide independent recommendations on future-state architecture and modernization options. · Support decision-making related to technology platforms, vendors, and long-term architecture direction. · Help define the problems to be solved and what the new architecture needs to achieve. · Facilitate architecture discussions with both business and technical stakeholders. · Help define architectural principles, priorities, and transformation roadmap. · Identify opportunities to improve data utilization and prepare the environment for future AI-driven initiatives. · Bring lessons learned from similar industrial transformation programs. Requirements · Senior experience as an Enterprise Architect, IT Architect, or similar senior advisory role. · Experience as a strategic advisor or sparring partner to senior decision-makers, including evaluating technology and vendor options neutrally and challenging proposals. · Proven track record in large-scale industrial, energy, oil & gas, or process industry environments, with references from similar projects. · Experience leading or advising on complex enterprise application landscapes, including replacing legacy systems and consolidating them. · Strong understanding of industrial data ecosystems and IT architecture. Preferred Experience · Experience from oil & gas, refining, energy, or other industrial sectors. · Experience in architecture strategy, target operating models, and technology roadmapping. · Previous work as an independent advisor in architecture transformation programs. Language · Professional working proficiency in English. Start date: November / December 2026 Duration: TBC, project to be completed be the end of Q1 Allocation: 50-100% Location: Helsinki, Finland or remote in Europe Please apply with your updated CV, that clearly demonstrates your skills and experience relevant to this role. We offer continuously, which means that we sometimes remove the assignments before deadline. If you are interested we recommend that you apply immediately. Finland only: Please note, should your candidate be selected for the assignment, Ework will request documentation in accordance with the Act on the Contractor’s Obligations and Liability (Tilaajavastuulaki), as well as proof of valid liability insurance. PayExpress: We now offer a fast and smooth payment solution, so you don't have to wait through long payment periods. With us, you will receive your payment within 3-5 days after your timesheet has been approved. This benefit is included as standard in almost all our contracts with no extra work on your part. Read more: https://knowledge.eworkgroup.com/payexpress-get-paid-within-days-not-months