Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.

With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.

The Specialist IT Enterprise Architect designs and implements an enterprise architecture management process and tool to provide transparency to the IT landscape. He/she leads the implementation of cross-functional applications, such as middleware, to enhance interoperability and efficiency. Additionally, he/she supports the development and implementation of the organization's data strategy, ensuring data integrity, security, and accessibility.

As a Specialist IT Enterprise Architect, you will establish key technologies and implement a process for evaluating new technologies to meet the organization's evolving needs.

• Definition of the EAM Strategy and Roadmap for Tires with very high complexity, very high business relevancy incl. the responsibility for aligning the top management's strategy, framework and activities related to EAM with stakeholders inside and outside the IT organization
• Create and maintain transparency regarding the tools, IT services and business processes in use within Tires organization and development of (simplified) overviews for Management and other business stakeholders
• Define, establish and manage the EAM organization (EAM Community) with defined roles and responsibilities (defined Solution Architects within Competence Centers and Regions) and pro-actively/ independently coordinate the EAM Community within Tires 
• Define and manage strategic partnerships with dedicated suppliers (e.g. LeanIX)
• Lead for all EAM related projects or task forces in Tires IT
• Conduct EAM Trainings and consulting to defined stakeholder in the Tires organization

• Academic degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or comparable qualification
• Several years experience in enterprise architecture, project management, or a related field
• Proficiency in enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies (e.g., TOGAF), including experience with enterprise architecture management tools and processes
• Knowledge of data management principles and practices
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to IT governance and compliance (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO, NIST)
• Business fluent English and good German language skills (written and spoken)
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive initiatives to completion

Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.

Our offer: 

• A performance-based remuneration for your work with us
• Flexible working hours 
• Central location with good transport links and free parking
• Qualified support by our experts
• Health-oriented workplace
• Company restaurant

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging are important to us and make our company strong and successful. We offer equal opportunities to everyone - regardless of age, gender, nationality, cultural background, disability, religion, ideology or sexual orientation.

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