Lead IT Architect

Are you ready to lead Telia IT into new, high performing future? Teila Estonia is looking for a visionary Lead IT Architect to transform our digital landscape.

Ready to make better happen?

As a Lead IT Architect you'll make key architectural decisions for our IT systems in all over Telia Estonia. Your task is to set the vision and guidelines for a futureproof, efficient, scalable IT solutions in the whole Telia Estonia. You won't be alone on this journey, but often the final decision rests with you. Adaptability to challenges and comfort in uncertainty are essential in this role.

Furthermore, you will:
You will be part of the IT and Analytics unit within the Architecture and Central IT Services unit. Work closely with IT&A Management Team, Domain Architects, business stakeholders to align our IT architecture with Telia Estonia strategic goals. Steer IT Architecture to ensure a unified and effective approach. Create and maintain roadmap and implementation plan for the IT Architecture. Lead a cross domain architecture governance board.

As a Lead IT Architect, we expect your areas of expertise to be:

Technical Expertise:

• Infrastructure: Deep understanding of datacenter networks, virtualization and storage.
• Cloud Computing: Proficiency in cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Security: Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices.
• Software Development: Familiarity with programming languages and software development methodologies.

Strategic Thinking:

• Business Acumen: General understanding of the telecom market, business models, and financial principles.
• Innovation: Ability to identify and implement new technologies and solutions.

Leadership and Management:

• Team Leadership: Experience in leading and mentoring technical teams.
• Project Management: Experience in managing large-scale projects, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Stakeholder Management: Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders, including executives and clients.

Problem-Solving Skills:

• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to diagnose issues and design effective solutions.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to rapidly changing technologies and environments.

Communication Skills:

• Interaction: Excellent communication and collaboration skills, fluent in Estonian and English.
• Technical Writing: Proficiency in creating clear and concise technical documentation.
• Presentation Skills: Ability to present complex information in an understandable way to non-technical audiences.

Regulatory Knowledge:

• Compliance: Understanding of telecom regulations and standards.

You bring us higher technical education with sound business understanding. You have been working for different types of organizations more than 15 years and at least 5 years on architecture positions.

We are much more than just a workplace!

Join our inclusive team and work with over 15,000 talented colleagues from all over the world. As a recognized eco-conscious company in the Baltics and the Nordics, our ambition is to create the best products and provide an exceptional customer experience, putting sustainability first. We believe that our people are our most valuable asset, and that is why we ensure that everyone feels welcome and valued. When you join us, you will receive an extensive benefits package, remote work opportunities and much more. You will also have the opportunity to earn an annual bonus based on your and Telia’s performance. If you want to truly make a difference in the world, then you are part of our team!

In addition, we offer an excellent benefits package to keep you motivated and inspired:

• Extra vacation days and a flexible working environment so you can truly balance work and private life.
• The opportunity to work remotely 30 days a year from any country in the European Union.
• Sports support and the opportunity to join private health insurance.
• In-house programs to help you grow and develop both personally and professionally.

Ready to make better happen?

If you want to join our team, feel free to apply! The application deadline is 18.04.2025
If you would like to learn more about the job, write to avo.kask@telia.ee or call +372 5027 789.

We look forward to you applying via our official recruitment platform Workday and we do not process CVs received via email or any other channel. This way we can ensure that your personal data is kept safe.

We perform background checks on our employees, including criminal record and credit check requests.

Join us and let’s make better happen – together!