Enterprise Architecture Tooling Lead

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Enterprise Architecture Tooling Lead
Cirrus Nexus UK Ltd
Location: UK / EU (Remote or Hybrid Client site: London or Edinburgh)
Contract: 6-month fixed-term contract (extension possible)
Level: Senior Consultant / Technical Lead
About the Role
Cirrus Nexus UK is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architecture Tooling Lead for a high-profile financial services client. This is a hands-on technical leadership role focused on enterprise architecture platform administration, automation, optimisation, and knowledge transfer during a tooling transition. You will take ownership of the EA tooling environment, provide technical leadership, and work closely with client teams to build long-term capability and platform sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Architecture Platform Leadership Administer, configure, and optimise enterprise architecture tooling platforms (e.g. BiZZdesign Enterprise Studio)
Manage platform environments (production, test, development), deployments, and server configurations
Perform upgrades, patching, and version control in line with change management processes
Configure metamodels, element types, relationships, and properties aligned with ArchiMate standards
Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement optimisation improvements
Automation & Reporting Design and develop automation scripts using platform APIs and scripting languages
Create custom viewpoints, dashboards, and reporting solutions
Build automated reporting workflows, including strategic extracts and PowerPoint generation
Maintain version control, testing, and documentation for automation assets
Knowledge Transfer & Stakeholder Engagement Act as the technical SME for EA tooling capabilities
Deliver structured knowledge transfer and mentoring to client teams
Collaborate with enterprise architects, application teams, and business stakeholders
Liaise with tooling vendors and manage technical escalations when required
Documentation & Knowledge Management Produce and maintain technical documentation, configuration guides, and operating procedures
Create training materials, knowledge base articles, and troubleshooting guides
Establish documentation standards and reusable templates
Essential Skills & Experience
Technical Skills Strong experience with enterprise architecture tools (BiZZdesign Enterprise Studio or similar: Sparx EA, MEGA HOPEX, Ardoq, LeanIX)
Scripting and automation experience (JavaScript, Python, or platform-specific languages)
Solid knowledge of EA frameworks and standards (ArchiMate, TOGAF, Zachman)
Experience with API integrations, data mapping, and transformations
Understanding of authentication mechanisms (SSO, Active Directory, LDAP)
Platform administration experience (client-server architecture, environments, versioning)
Professional Experience 5+ years experience in EA tooling, platform administration, or related technical roles
Proven experience delivering automation, custom integrations, or platform transitions
Experience working in financial services or regulated environments (preferred)
Consulting experience with client-facing delivery and knowledge transfer
Desirable Experience Hands-on experience with BiZZdesign Enterprise Studio and Horizzon Server
BiZZdesign, ArchiMate, or TOGAF certifications
Experience with Planview or enterprise portfolio management tools
Exposure to OpenSearch, Elasticsearch, DevOps, CI/CD, or infrastructure as code
Whats on Offer Competitive day rate
Flexible remote / hybrid working
Opportunity to work on complex enterprise architecture programmes in financial services
Potential contract extension or future engagements
Additional Information Successful candidates will be subject to financial services security clearance
Cirrus Nexus UK Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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Location:
City Of London
Salary:
not provided
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management

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