Director of Enterprise Architecture - Remote UK

Director of Enterprise Architecture - Remote UK

2026-10-03T00:00:00

Cambridge

Cambridgeshire

GB

CB1 0

Any

2027-01-01T11:01:31.25

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Abcam, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life. Progress happens together. At Abcam, we believe the scientific community goes further, faster when we go there together. That's why we work with life scientists to provide biological reagents and solutions that enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases and metabolic disorders. Our talented team of over 1,400 colleagues worldwide is our greatest asset. By applying our expertise and pushing boundaries, together we strive to better serve our customers, strengthen our impact across our industry, and ultimately our positive impact on society. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

This position reports to the Senior Director, Digital Technology and is part of the Digital Team located in Cambridge, UK and will be an on-site role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the enterprise architecture strategy and reference architecture.


• Lead simplification and continuous Improvement efforts across the digital estate, including application rationalization, integration strategy, and technology consolidation.


• Collaborate with Product and Engineering to guide solution design and ensure alignment with architectural principles.


• Implement architecture governance frameworks, decision boards, and technical standards.


• Oversee technology lifecycle management, including cloud strategy, modernization, and decommissioning.


• Ensure architecture decisions support security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.


• Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role Potential for occasional travel to one of Abcam's global offices.

Requirements

• BSc Degree in appropriate technical capability Computer Science, Information systems, or Engineering (MSc /MBA preferred)


• Extensive experience (10-15 years) in enterprise and solution architecture within complex environments.


• Demonstrated success in simplifying and modernizing large technology estates.


• Expertise in cloud-native architectures, API strategies, data platforms, and integration patterns.


• Direct Experience of working on Oracle Fusion stacks leveraging Mulesoft integrations connecting standard and/or bespoke built applications to deliver business critical services.


• It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: Background in global, multi-country corporate organisations, with strong awareness of cross-cultural norms and collaboration practices.

Benefits

Abcam, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

Danaher is a leading global life sciences, biotechnology, and diagnostics innovator, helping to solve many of the world's most important health challenges, ultimately improving quality of life for billions of people today, while setting the foundation for a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow. The Danaher ecosystem is made up of more than 15 businesses united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. Please read our Applicant Data Privacy Notice carefully here.

#s1-Gen

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Abcam, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life. Progress happens together At Abcam, we believe the scientific community goes further, faster when we go there together. That's why we work with life scientists to provide biological reagents and solutions that enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases and metabolic disorders. Our talented team of over 1,400 colleagues worldwide is our greatest asset. By applying our expertise and pushing boundaries, together we strive to better
serve our customers, strengthen our impact across our industry, and ultimately our positive impact on society. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.This position reports to the Senior Director, Digital Technology and is part of the Digital Team located in Cambridge, UK and will be an on-site role.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and own the enterprise architecture strategy and reference architecture.Lead simplification and continuous Improvement efforts across the digital estate, including application rationalization, integration strategy, and technology consolidation.Collaborate with Product and Engineering to guide solution design and ensure alignment with architectural principles.Implement architecture governance frameworks, decision boards, and technical standards.Oversee technology lifecycle management, including cloud strategy, modernization, and decommissioning.Ensure architecture decisions support security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.Travel, Motor
Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role Potential for occasional travel to one of Abcam's global offices.RequirementsBSc Degree in appropriate technical capability Computer Science, Information systems, or Engineering (MSc /MBA preferred)Extensive experience (10-15 years) in enterprise and solution architecture within complex environments.Demonstrated success in simplifying and modernizing large technology estates.Expertise in cloud-native architectures, API strategies, data platforms, and integration patterns.Direct Experience of working on Oracle Fusion stacks leveraging Mulesoft integrations connecting standard and/or bespoke built applications to deliver business critical services.It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: Background in global, multi-country corporate organisations, with strong awareness of cross-cultural norms and collaboration practices.BenefitsAbcam, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of
comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives.Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology.For more information, visit www.danaher.com.Danaher is a leading global life sciences, biotechnology, and diagnostics innovator, helping to solve many of the world's most important health challenges, ultimately improving quality of life for billions of people today, while setting the foundation for a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow.The Danaher ecosystem is made up of more than 15 businesses united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.Please read our Applicant Data Privacy Notice carefully here. #J-18808-Ljbffr