Application Guide
How to Apply for Enterprise Architect (f/m/d)
at Freudenberg
🏢 About Freudenberg
Freudenberg is a global technology group with a strong focus on sustainability, particularly in developing emission-neutral energy systems for heavy-duty e-mobility. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge green technology in a company that values innovation and environmental responsibility.
About This Role
As an Enterprise Architect at Freudenberg Italy, you will map the current IT landscape and align it with business strategy and sustainability goals. Your work will directly support the creation of scalable, resilient systems that enable the transition to emission-neutral energy solutions.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve reviewing current IT architecture diagrams, meeting with business stakeholders to understand strategy needs, and defining governance policies. You'll also collaborate with solution architects to ensure new projects align with the target architecture and sustainability goals.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Freudenberg Is Looking For
- 5-7 years of experience in enterprise architecture with a proven track record in defining and implementing governance frameworks.
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering, with TOGAF certification strongly preferred.
- Ability to assess complex IT environments and create actionable transformation roadmaps that align with business strategy.
- Excellent communication and storytelling skills to influence stakeholders and drive architectural decisions.
📝 Tips for Applying to Freudenberg
Highlight any experience with sustainability or green tech projects in your resume and cover letter.
Explicitly mention your TOGAF certification or equivalent, and provide examples of applying it in previous roles.
Tailor your resume to show how you have aligned IT architecture with business strategy, especially in transformation initiatives.
Research Freudenberg's specific sustainability goals and mention how your architectural vision can support them.
Use quantifiable achievements (e.g., cost savings, efficiency gains) to demonstrate your impact in previous architecture roles.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Emphasize your experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF) and governance.', "Connect your background to Freudenberg's mission of sustainable e-mobility and emission-neutral energy systems.", 'Showcase your ability to communicate complex architectural concepts to non-technical stakeholders.', 'Provide a concrete example of a transformation roadmap you have delivered and its business impact.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Understand Freudenberg's sustainability strategy and their specific projects in heavy-duty e-mobility.
- → Review the company's IT landscape and any recent digital transformation initiatives (if publicly available).
- → Familiarize yourself with the Italian market context for e-mobility and energy systems.
- → Look into Freudenberg's group standards and architecture guidelines if available in their public materials.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Avoid generic architecture experience without connecting it to sustainability or business strategy.
- Do not overlook the importance of communication and storytelling; prepare specific examples.
- Do not neglect to mention your certification (TOGAF) if you have it, as it is a strong plus.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!