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LAYIQ - Lead Enterprise Architect (Disney Experiences) at Walt Disney

Required Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field required.
Expertise with enterprise architecture repository tools (e.g., tools similar to BlueDolphin or LeanIX)
Strong leadership experience mentoring architecture teams
Proven ability to influence without authority across technical and business domains
Experience defining and applying metadata models, taxonomy relationships, and governance
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-domain architectural initiatives and guide decision processes
Understanding of both front-end and back-end technologies
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical decisions to business stakeholders
7+ years of experience as a Solution or Enterprise Architect for International locations (Parks, Hotels, Ticketing, Retail, etc.) related domains (Preferably an Enterprise Architect)
7+ years Engineering experience across multiple languages, both front-end and back-end. Expertise in modern programming languages and technologies.
Experience with testing and debugging applications to deliver scalable enterprise solutions.
Core Leadership Capabilities
Demonstrate executive presence: can influence VP and SVP level leaders without authority.
Proven collaboration leader who mobilizes teams across organizational boundaries.
Skilled storyteller who can articulate the “why” behind architectural direction in simple, business-relevant terms.
Diplomatic and pragmatic — a trusted advisor who aligns people as effectively as systems.
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Enterprise Architecture Expertise
Deep understanding of governance frameworks and ARB operations.
Experience developing and managing architecture taxonomies, patterns, and standards.
Proven ability to align architecture with strategic objectives, OKRs, and scorecards.
Hands-on familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), API-led integration, security-by-design, and data architecture principles.
Experience integrating emerging platforms or modernizing legacy systems at scale.
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Business and Cultural Alignment
Experience supporting International Parks, Hotels, Ticketing, Retail platforms preferred.
Thrives in a federated, creative, and high-visibility environment, where technology enables storytelling and guest experience.
Comfortable operating in matrixed organizations and partnering with multiple business units.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills — clear, concise, and outcome-oriented.
Software Engineering
Deliver high-impact projects supporting enterprise platforms and technology infrastructure.
Contribute to the design, testing, and implementation of major systems and applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to define requirements and influence technical direction.
Shape scalable architectures and support planning for complex enterprise projects.
Evaluate emerging technologies within your area of expertise to guide strategic recommendations.⠀

Lead Enterprise Architect (Disney Experiences)

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