Director, Enterprise Architect

Director, Enterprise ArchitectApplylocations: London, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 13 Days Agojob requisition id: R Enterprise Architect FTSE Russell LSEG Technology Location: London About FTSE Russell FTSE Russell is a leading global provider of financial services, specializing in the creation andmanagement of indexes, data, and analytic solutions. A subsidiary of the London Stock Exchange Group(LSEG), FTSE Russell supports investors worldwide in making informed decisions across asset classes,investment strategies, and market segments.Our products are trusted by institutional and retail investors, asset managers, and pension funds tobenchmark performance, build investment portfolios, and manage risk. With a reputation for innovation,transparency, and robust governance, FTSE Russell plays a critical role in shaping global financialmarkets. The Opportunity We are seeking a visionary Enterprise Architect to shape the future of our technology landscape. This isa pivotal role where you will bridge the gap between business strategy and cutting-edge technology,driving the architectural vision that powers the world's most trusted financial benchmarks.You start from the problem statement and work backward to the technology. Your deep functionalexpertise in market data, portfolio/index management, and financial data analytics enables you to designplatforms that meet both functional and non-functional requirements.You will be at the forefront of our AI transformation, championing the adoption of artificial intelligence torevolutionize how we design, govern, and evolve our systems. If you're passionate about buildingmarket-leading platforms, pioneering financial technology, and leaving a lasting impact on the indicesindustry-this is your opportunity. What You'll Do Architecture Governance & AI-Native Transformation • Pioneer AI-native governance: Drive, lead, and implement AI agents that automate architecturegovernance-from initial assessments to permit to operate-setting a new industry standard• Establish design authorities and lead AI-assisted architecture reviews that ensure quality whileaccelerating delivery• Champion LSEG's architecture standards across the organization, working collaboratively withengineering leads to define common patterns and best practices• Translate complex requirements into elegant, actionable solution designs that balance cost,security, scalability, testability, and maintainability• Lead with influence by engaging with executives, engineers, and product teams to ensure alignmentwith a strong focus towards execution Technology & Architecture Strategy • Shape the strategic technology vision that supports our ambition to be the world's benchmarkand indices provider• Architect high-performance infrastructure on AWS that enables rapid innovation and seamlessdelivery across all index types• Drive AI adoption and emerging technologies, ensuring we stay ahead of industry trends andregulatory requirements• Build the platform for innovation through a strong Engineering-Research partnership, enablingdata science to flourish Business & Product Partnership • Partner with product, engineering, operations and other business leaders to ensure technologydecisions are aligned with business goals and client needs• Be a trusted thought partner to Operations and Product, connecting dots across the organization toidentify synergies and drive alignment• Bridge the gap between various departments to identify partnerships and create alignment towardscommon objectives Leadership & Change Management • Engage, mentor, and inspire cross-functional teams to drive technology transformation• Simplify complexity: Distill intricate challenges into clear, actionable deliverables enablingbusiness-wide innovation What You Bring Technical Expertise • Cloud architecture mastery: Proficiency in AWS cloud-native architectures, with strongunderstanding of reliable, secured, maintainable architectures and the right trade-offs between cost,security, scalability, testability, and maintainability• Market data systems experience: Significant background in market data, portfolio/indexmanagement, or financial data analytics• Real-time systems knowledge: Understanding of real-time systems and/or cloud-based real-timemethodologies• AI advocate: Hands-on experience using AI technologies to disrupt current ways of working andachieve unprecedented levels of productivity Business Acumen • Capital markets expertise: Strong knowledge of capital markets and financial instruments• Product-technology balance: Good balance between engineering, operational, and financialproduct expertise Leadership & Communication • Executive presence: Good communication skills with the ability to influence C-level executives andcollaborate across teams• Transformation track record: Proven success delivering large-scale technology transformations thatdrive business growth and market leadership• Enterprise architecture experience: Proven success in leading enterprise architecture withinfinancial services, related to indexing and/or market data analytics Preferred Qualifications • Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks and modern cloud solutions• Not a struict requirement but nice to have AWS Certified Architect certification• Strong knowledge of financial instruments• Experience with high-performance computing and mission-critical systems How We Work: Engineering at FTSE Russell Our engineers operate with a clear "why" - staying aligned to strategic outcomes while putting thecustomer at the center of every decision. You'll thrive here if you:• Build with Purpose: You understand the why behind every line of code and optimize for meaningfuloutcomes• Customer Driven: You translate complex requirements into elegant solutions that delight users• Technically Courageous: You step out of your comfort zone, challenge the status quo, and innovatewith confidence• Learn and Be Curious: You seek feedback, explore new technologies, and stay curious• Grow and Uplift Others: You coach, mentor, and celebrate team wins• Act as Owners: You make thoughtful trade-offs and deliver long-term value• Lead with Data: You trust the numbers, validate assumptions, and learn from failures• Dive Deep: You stay close to the details and act decisively when something's off• Build Responsibly, Deliver Incrementally: You embrace agile principles, delivering incrementallyand improving through feedback• Collaborate to Achieve: You believe the best solutions come from diverse, cross-functionalteamwork Why Join Us? • Global Brand, Local Impact: Join a global team across US, Europe, and Asia• Engineering First Culture: Work in an agile, collaborative, tech-driven environment• Cutting-Edge Projects: Engage with modern architectures and tools on mission-critical systems• Career Growth: Benefit from global mentorship, upskilling programs, and internal mobility• Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid work model with good work-life balance Ready to Make Your Mark? If you're a forward-thinking architect who thrives on complexity, champions innovation, and wants to shapethe future of financial technology-we want to hear from you. Apply now and help us build the platform that powers global markets. LSEG is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Career Stage: Director