Vice President, Platforms and Architecture, Information Technology

Vice President, Platforms and Architecture, Information Technology Position Overview:We are looking for an accomplished and forward-thinking senior technology leader to serve as Vice President, Core Platforms & Architecture. This role will oversee the strategic direction, architecture, and delivery of enterprise-wide technology platforms, with a strong emphasis on supporting core platforms, and overall IT architecture. You will play a critical role in shaping the digital agenda to support business growth, operational excellence, and innovation. Responsibilities Provide strategic and operational leadership for enterprise architecture, application development, and system integration, ensuring alignment with business objectives and future scalability. Lead cross-functional teams of solution architects and developers to deliver high-quality, reliable, and secure enterprise solutions. Drive the evolution of the enterprise IT architecture and technology roadmap, with a business-first mindset and a strong focus on COTS platforms (e.g., SAP, Workday), ensuring agility, simplicity, and integration. Oversee the design, customisation, implementation, and support of enterprise applications, balancing standardisation with business flexibility. Develop and lead the enterprise-wide application strategy, covering both in-house development and COTS solution lifecycle management, including upgrades, support, and vendor management. Provide architectural oversight and governance for large-scale initiatives, including cloud adoption, data analytics, enterprise collaboration, automation (e.g., RPA, electronic forms), and integration middleware. Conduct technology evaluations and proof-of-concepts for emerging platforms and frameworks to ensure relevance and value to the business. Establish and enforce technology policies, standards, and best practices to support robust, secure, and efficient operations. Manage stakeholder expectations and cultivate strong relationships across business units and external vendors. Requirements 15+ years of progressive experience in enterprise technology leadership, with a proven track record in architecture, systems integration, and application development across both custom-built and COTS platforms. Deep experience in managing and supporting large-scale COTS implementations, especially SAP and Workday, including integration with legacy systems and cloud platforms. Minimum 10 years in people management roles, leading high-performing technical teams across architecture, engineering, and support functions. Hands-on experience in modern technology stacks, APIs, and enterprise integration tools. Strong program delivery background in complex transformation initiatives, ideally within large consulting or systems integration environments. City Developments Limited (CDL) is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects the diversity of its employees and stakeholders. As a signatory of the Employers Pledge for Fair Employment with TAFEP since 2008, CDL’s recruitment process adheres to strict guidelines on non-discrimination and fairness, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr