Head of System Architecture | Abteilungsleitung Systemarchitektur (m/w/d)

Job Summary

As the Head of System Architecture, you will lead a newly established department responsible for defining, documenting, and enforcing central system architecture standards within a major European banking IT service provider. You will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic development of the IT production environment, balancing functional, economic, and regulatory requirements. Day-to-day, you will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with enterprise and application architects, and ensure the coherence and transparency of the system landscape. You will also represent the architecture department to internal and external stakeholders and ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as DORA. This role is ideal for an experienced leader with a strong background in IT architecture who is eager to shape the digital future of the Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe through strategic planning and collaborative governance.