Lead Enterprise Architect

Company: drive for MPC
Location: Findlay
Posted on: April 8, 2025

Job Description:

Lead Enterprise Architect page is loadedLead Enterprise ArchitectApply locations: Findlay, Ohio; San Antonio, TexasTime type: Full timePosted on: Posted 6 Days AgoTime left to apply: End Date: April 14, 2025 (6 days left to apply)Job requisition id: 00015234An exciting career awaits youAt MPC, we're committed to being a great place to work - one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.Position SummaryThe Enterprise Architect (EA) in Refining IT will understand MPC enterprise environments through the relationships between people, process, information, and the technologies that enable them. Through this understanding, the EA will support the creation of current and future state plans that align with MPC strategic priorities. The EA will be responsible for partnering with the EA Center of Excellence on standards and architecture governance while also supporting the research and development of initiatives to introduce changes in architecture.The EA will focus and influence digital transformation roadmaps by leading the strategy and approach for how we manage and govern our enterprise architecture practice for the Refining domain. The EA will partner closely with other architects and technology leaders to understand and improve how we align with enterprise MPC strategic priorities to Refining strategic priorities. The EA will help us understand the state of our enterprise architecture via EA reference models and through data in the architecture repositories, and champion data-driven decisions that advance our digital strategy.Key Responsibilities

• Leads the development and implementation of enterprise architecture standards and guidelines. Participates in and leads architecture reviews and ensures architecture adherence.
• Collaborates with executive management to influence and shape strategic initiatives. Defines and drives the domain enabling enterprise architecture vision, strategy, and roadmap. Leads the identification of disruptive forces and investment guidance. Conducts trend analysis and provides strategic direction.
• Provides a framework for architectural decision-making, modeling the functional domain via capabilities, value streams, processes, including assessment of technology options. Assesses and mitigates risks associated with enterprise architecture decisions. Leading the resolution of complex architectural challenges and conflicts. Oversees innovation tracking and management.
• Monitors industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for architectural innovation. Guides the analysis of business and operating models. Takes charge of constructing future-state business models. Drives analysis of future-state capabilities and organizational requirements.
• Integrates emerging technologies effectively. Develops and manages implementation plans for the portfolio.
• Guides and mentors other architects and teams on enterprise architecture principles and practices. Leads collaboration with architecture practitioners and leaders. Ensures alignment and coordination of architecture activities. Presents comprehensive IT investment roadmaps and gap analyses.Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of relevant architecture experience required.
  • 3-5+ years of business architecture experience preferred.
  • 2-3+ years of lean six sigma, Certified Green or Black belt, preferred.Skills
    • Analytical Thinking - Strong problem-solving skills to identify architectural challenges, analyze requirements, evaluate options, and propose effective solutions.
    • Architecture Frameworks - Proficiency in widely used architecture frameworks like TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework), Zachman Framework, and/or the Business Architecture Guild's Business Architecture Body of Knowledge to structure and organize architectural artifacts and processes.
    • Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Understanding of AI processes including learning, reasoning, and self-correction, encompassing techniques like machine learning and natural language processing.
    • Authentic Communicator - Expresses ideas and information, both verbally and in writing, clearly and credibly. Listens to understand and fosters constructive dialogue.
    • Business Acumen - Applies knowledge of MPC's business and industry to advance the organization's goals.
    • Cloud Computing - Knowledge in managing cloud services and developing cloud applications.
    • Continuous Improvement Mindset - Identifies and leads opportunities for continuous improvement and value creation.
    • Data Modeling - Skill in designing and implementing data models that align with business requirements.
    • Digital Transformation - Adoption of digital technology to transform services or businesses.
    • Functional Expertise - A strong understanding of various technologies relevant to the organization's architecture.
    • Machine Learning - Involves the development of algorithms that enable computers to improve performance on tasks through learning from data.
    • Process Orchestration - Coordination and management of tasks within a workflow or business process.
    • Strategic Outlook -Examines issues and develops long-term plans that align with organizational strategy.
    • Systems Thinking - The ability to analyze complex systems and understand their interdependencies.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, related field or equivalent experience.7+ years of relevant architecture experience.As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.Location: Findlay, OhioAdditional locations: San Antonio, TexasJob Requisition ID: 00015234Location Address: 539 S Main StEducation: Bachelors: Information TechnologyEmployee Group: Full timeEmployee Subgroup: RegularMarathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com.Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability
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