Cognizant
Domain Architect, Consulting
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 15 - 20 yrs
Job overview
Date posted
29/07/2025
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 50,000 - 60,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
15 - 20 yrs
Seniority
Senior Manager
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
12/09/2025
Job description
To lead the design, development and management of HR & Finance process and integration of these systems with enterprise platforms. Partner with HR and Finance leaders to develop a solid roadmap and architecture strategy for HR & Finance systems. Manage and prioritize business demands, ensuring alignment with business goals across respective domains while driving innovation, scalability, and security in these systems environments to support the organization's long-term success.
Required skills
HR systems architecture
finance systems architecture
technology roadmapping
AI integration
enterprise platform integration
emerging technologies evaluation
regulatory compliance
data integration
architecture framework
IT governance
architecture documentation
technology standards enforcement
cloud computing
strategic planning
domain architecture
process integration
construction technology
Key responsibilities
- Design and oversee the architecture for HR systems and processes
- Align HR technology initiatives with business goals
- Ensure integration of HR systems with other enterprise systems
- Develop and maintain the architecture for financial systems
- Ensure financial systems support regulatory compliance and business needs
- Integrate financial data with other enterprise systems for operations
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends that could enhance the organizationās architecture for HR and Finance systems
- Develop technology roadmaps that prioritize investments in HR and Finance platforms
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in construction and how AI can support the respective HR and Finance systems
- Foster a culture of innovation, encouraging the exploration of new technologies and approaches to solve business challenges
- Establish and enforce architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency, security, and compliance across all digital initiatives
- Ensure that all HR & Finance technology architecture decisions are documented, communicated, and adhered to across the organization
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of the HR & Finance architecture
- Act as a key advisor to the Group CIO & Enterprise Architect and other senior executives on Domain architecture and technology strategy
- Build strong relationships with business and IT stakeholders to ensure alignment on architecture initiatives
- Represent the domain (HR & Finance) architecture function in cross-functional teams, ensuring that architecture considerations are integrated into all major IT projects
Experience & skills
- Bachelorās degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Masterās or MBA preferred
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in HR & Finance architecture roles, with a focus on domain architecture, technology integration, and strategic alignment
- 10+ years in IT, with 5+ years in HR & Finance architecture
- Experience in the UAE, understanding local regulations, and business culture is advantageous
- Proven leadership in cross-functional, multicultural teams, with experience in managing large-scale projects
- Experience in the construction industry or related sectors within the UAE or the Middle East
- Understanding of smart cities, sustainability, and integration of advanced technologies in construction projects
