Solutions Architect

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More about the team 

The Architecture team are a key component of the IT function. This is an exciting time to join a growing business function.  

More about your role  

Reporting to the Head of Technology Architecture, the Solutions Architect is a key role in the Architecture team. 

You will play a key role in defining the way in which we solve business challenges by leveraging technology solutions. You will review the existing state taking into account context and business drivers.  In addition to identifying and appraising alternative technology approaches you will engage with the wider business to ensure optimal solutions are designed, developed and delivered through projects, products and systems. 

More about you   

Working with the programme and IT architecture team you will translate business and technical requirements into architectural blueprints in order to achieve business objectives.  You will work closely with the transformation office and PM teams to ensure that plans are executed in line with the project and product lifecycle. 

This role will require a DBS. 

Experience & Skills  

• Experience as a Solutions Architecture (5 years or more),  
• Exposure to platforms such as AWS, GCP, Azure and Salesforce,  
• Integration experience (API and files),
• A thorough understanding of security architecture  
• Has worked with an Architecture framework such as TOGAF  

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.

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