Job Description

The AO is a medically guided, not-for-profit organization, a global network of surgeons, and the world's leading education, innovation, and research organization specializing in the surgical treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders. We are home to people from all over the world, from different backgrounds, with diverse talents and specialist areas. What binds us together is our passion for excellence, our dedication to our mission of improving patient care, and our understanding that we are stronger together: we are one AO.



As part of the AO's support units, our IT department offers information technology services to maintain and oversee computer infrastructure across the AO Foundation.

Employment type / Anstellungsverhaltnis:

Permanent

Workload percentage / Pensum:

80-100%

Location / Standort:

Davos Platz, CH

Experience level / gewunschtes Erfahrungsniveau:

Experienced professional

Application language / Bewerbungssprache:

English

Short Description

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to lead and drive the overall architectural vision of our organization. This role is responsible for aligning IT strategy with business goals, designing scalable and sustainable enterprise systems, and ensuring consistency and compliance across all technology platforms. It is an essential role for building and implementing an IT Target Operating Model to support our global sustainable growth.

Main Responsibilities

Strategic Alignment: ensure technology decisions align with the organization's overall business strategy and objectives Architecture Design: Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture blueprint, encompassing business, information, application, and technology domains Roadmapping: create and manage technology roadmaps, outlining the evolution of the IT landscape to support future business needs Technology Governance: establish and enforce architecture principles, standards, and guidelines for IT projects Innovation: research and evaluate new technologies to improve business operations and identify opportunities for innovation Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with various stakeholders, including business leaders, IT teams, and vendors, to ensure alignment and effective implementation Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with technology implementations and ensure the security and compliance of IT systems Digital Transformation: They play a key role in leading and guiding the organization through digital transformation initiatives

Main Requirements

University Degree in Informatics and related further education Minimum 12 years of relevant job experience Strong understanding of business strategy and IT architecture principles Driving and executing change in a "hands on" approach Experience in designing and implementing enterprise-level IT solutions Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills Knowledge of various technologies, including cloud computing, data management, and security Experience with Agile methodologies and project management practices. - strategic leader who bridges the gap between business needs and technology solutions, driving the organization's digital evolution and ensuring its long-term success Fluency in English, German will be considered as a plus Reporting Line: Head of IT

We offer

An interesting and varied job in an exciting and innovative organization The opportunity to be part of a highly committed international team Modern infrastructure High degree of flexibility regarding working hours and location (depending on operational requirements) Generous package of social benefits, including supplementary vacation days and pension scheme contributions Internal skills training opportunities and support for continued education

If you meet the requirements of this challenging opportunity, please submit your application (motivation letter, CV, recent photograph, certificates, reference letters, etc)

Date of publication:

Jul 22, 2025