Juraj Varchol

Principal IT Architect @ Volvo Group | IT & Business Strategy Alignment

Gothenburg, Västra Götaland County, Sweden

About

As a Domain Architect at Volvo Group, I lead the development and implementation of IT strategies for the Penta ERP & Supply Chain segment. With over 10 years of experience in the field, I have a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions that align with business objectives and enhance operational efficiency. I am passionate about exploring new technologies and improving existing setups to meet the evolving needs of the organization. I also serve as a member of the Volvo Penta EA Committee, where I contribute to defining the target architecture for the segment and ensuring compliance with company governance and IT directives. My goal is to leverage my expertise in IT strategy, governance, and innovation development to drive growth and success for Volvo Group.

Experience

  • Volvo Group (Full-time · 7 yrs 11 mos)
    • Principal IT Architect @ Volvo Group D&IT Aftermarket Services
      Jun 2025 - Present · 1 yr 1 mo

    • Segment Architect - Supply Chain & Manufacturing
      Dec 2022 - Jun 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos

      Part of Volvo Penta EA Committee where I define target architecture for appointed segment and oversee compliance with company governance and IT directives. Interfacing with business stakeholders while securing correct alignment of the IT landscape with desired functions. Exploration of improvements on existing setups. Overseeing architecture team in my segment.

    • Domain Architect & Pricipal Solution Architect - Penta ERP & Supply Chain
      Sep 2019 - Dec 2022 · 3 yrs 4 mos

  • Ericsson (Greater Gothenburg Metropolitan Area)
    • Business Analyst
      Feb 2017 - Jun 2018 · 1 yr 5 mos

      As a Business Analyst I take position closer to customer where I help in analyzing and defining requirements both from customer and supplier perspective. High level overview and design translates to tangible tasks as well common understanding of business needs and solution focus.

    • Solution Architect
      Jun 2007 - Feb 2017 · 9 yrs 9 mos

      Within Order Management and service fulfillment area I focus on supporting market units as well as the design of Order Management/NIM solution for specific customer requirements. My involvement stretches from pre-sales up to handover, wherein both marketing, project planning and technical solution seniority is necessary. A close dialog with both internal and external customers is essential.

  • Telecommunication Engineer at Alcatel
    Feb 2006 - Jun 2006 · 5 mos

    Working on NGN Solaris 8/HP based system supplied for Slovak Telecom (Deutche Telecom group). Set up of version 1.2 system with Geological Redundancy with 4 POPs – RGCs/CSCs, MMASs, SLSs, A5020 based systems.