Technical Architect

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in transforming the energy sector? Our client, a leading organization in the Utilities industry, is on a mission to create a secure, resilient, and net-zero energy system. They are seeking a passionate and skilled Technical Architect to join their Strategy & Architecture team for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the world of energy management!, As a Technical Architect, you will:

Architecture & Strategy

• Define and maintain the IT4IT architecture blueprint, focusing on Plan, Build, Deliver, and Run value streams.

• Translate business strategy and regulatory obligations into actionable architectural designs.

• Ensure alignment with Enterprise Architecture, Digital, Cyber, and Operational Technology.

Technical Design & Governance

• Design comprehensive IT management solutions, including service and portfolio management.

• Establish standards for ITSM, ITOM, and observability platforms.

• Oversee solution designs to ensure compliance with IT4IT principles and enterprise standards.

Integration & Tooling

• Architect integration patterns across IT4IT tooling and third-party services.

• Promote API-led and event-driven integration approaches for automation and real-time insights.

• Define implementation of roadmaps, bridging architecture and execution teams.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with senior IT, Digital, Cyber, and Business leaders to shape roadmaps.

• Provide clear architectural guidance to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Embed IT4IT concepts into organizational practices.

Continuous Improvement

• Measure and enhance IT management capabilities using maturity models.

• Identify opportunities for improved resilience and efficiency across the IT value chain.

• Proven experience as a Technical or Solution Architect in complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of IT4IT reference architecture and IT service lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and modern application operations.
• Experience in designing integrations across enterprise platforms using APIs.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Familiarity with frameworks like TOGAF, ITIL, and SAFe.
• Understanding of cloud platforms and hybrid architectures.

Personal Traits:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on technical details.
• Pragmatic and outcome-focused, thriving in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities' employer.