IT Architect Modern Workplace
SISS - Xi'an Branch (HBK OpCo) · spectris.com
IndiaRemoteLead / Manager
The job in short
Modern workplace architecture.
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Details
- Found
- 24 d ago · posted 2026-09-02
- Location as listed
- India - Remote; Porto, PT; Maia, PT; Home Working, PL
- Role
- Solutions / Software Architect
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Location: remote within Spain, Portugal, or India
Reports to: Director - Enterprise Solutions, Cloud & Service
Key Responsibilities
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Design and maintain the enterprise architecture for the Modern Workplace domain, including endpoint management, collaboration platforms and identity/access integration
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Define and drive the roadmap for Microsoft 365, Intune/Endpoint Manager, Windows 11 (Enterprise/LTSC/IoT LTSC) Apple Business Manager, Manage Engine Endpoint Central, Soti MDM and related client technologies
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Define the architecture and rollout strategy for AI-powered workplace tools (e.g. Microsoft Copilot Cowork, Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365) including licensing, data governance and security considerations
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Define and monitor Digital Employee Experience (DEX) strategy
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Ensure outsourced services align with enterprise architecture standards
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Establish architecture standards, reference designs and governance guidelines for device management, application deployment (e.g. Autopilot) and Zero Trust/Conditional Access policies
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Establish governance guidelines for responsible AI use within the Modern Workplace domain, in coordination with security and compliance stakeholders
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Evaluate and select new tools and technologies to improve employee experience, security posture and operational efficiency
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Evaluate emerging AI capabilities in endpoint and device management (e.g. AI-assisted troubleshooting, predictive maintenance, anomaly detection) and assess their fit for the organization
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Collaborate with security, infrastructure and service management teams to ensure alignment across the broader IT architecture
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Support and guide technical teams during implementation, acting as a design authority and escalation point for architectural decisions
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Create and maintain architecture documentation (solution designs, technical standards, decision records)
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Assess the impact of new Microsoft/vendor releases and features on the existing landscape and recommend adoption strategies
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Support license optimization and workplace technology cost management
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Act as a stakeholder-facing advisor, translating business requirements into technical architecture decisions
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Advise stakeholders on how AI-driven features can improve employee productivity and self-service capabilities
Required Experience and Qualifications
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7+ years experience in IT architecture or senior engineering roles focused on end-user computing / Modern Workplace technologies
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Strong expertise with Microsoft 365, Microsoft Intune / Endpoint Manager and Windows 11 client management
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Successful delivery of workplace roadmap initiatives
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Solid understanding of identity and access management concepts (Azure AD/Entra ID, Conditional Access, Zero Trust principles)
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Experience with device lifecycle management (Autopilot, provisioning, patch management)
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Familiarity with collaboration and productivity tools (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive) from an architectural perspective
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Ability to produce clear architecture documentation and communicate technical decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
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Experience with VDI and Digital Workspace platforms (Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows 365, VMware Horizon)
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Exposure to mobile device management (MDM/UEM) for non-Windows platforms (iOS android, macOS)
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Background in ITIL-based service management environments
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Experience in regulated or enterprise environments with complex compliance requirements
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Fluent in English (business level)
We Offer
Freedom with responsibility is the framework for HBK’s employees. This allows for a good balance between work and family life and for constant development of professional and personal skills in an international and enjoyable working environment.
One company – HBK
On 1 January 2019, Brüel & Kjær and HBM merged their activities into a new company called HBK (Hottinger Brüel & Kjær). With more than 3,500 employees worldwide and production facilities in Denmark, Germany, the UK, the USA, China and Portugal and presence in 80 countries, HBK is a leading player in the test and measurement area. For further info please visit www.hbkworld.com.
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