Enterprise Architecture Tooling Lead

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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