Application Architect - EC Corporate Systems

Serco is a trusted partner of European Institutions and International Organisations, providing ICT services and Contact Centre management across Europe. Our expertise ranges from information systems support to consultancy services delivered under governmental frameworks, supporting key entities such as the European Commission and its Executive Agencies. As a leader in Service Integration and Management, we ensure the seamless delivery of services across multiple platforms, reflecting our strong commitment to quality and operational excellence., * Propose and document the architecture for the future Talent Pool, ensuring alignment with the technical constraints related to the reuse of existing components and building blocks.

• Ensure alignment between business needs and the solution architecture through documentation, presentations, and workshops with relevant stakeholders.
• Review all technical analyses performed by the external IT development company, support the Project Manager in decision-making, and provide feedback on estimates.
• Review proposals from the requesting DG to identify synergies with other IT systems and propose appropriate architectural solutions.
• Support the Project Manager in all decisions related to IT development and architectural changes.
• Conduct risk and issue analysis and propose mitigation strategies.
• Interact with other architects, business analysts, business owners, the Project Manager, and the external development company.

Do you have experience in UML?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, Knowledge and Skills

• Extensive experience in IT development and IT architecture.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to draft, refine, and document architectural decisions, and to propose multiple solutions with associated pros, cons, and risks.
• Strong team spirit.
• Ability to apply high-quality standards.
• Ability to model diagrams using UML standards.
• Very good communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to produce clear and well-structured technical documentation.

Specific Expertise

• At least 10 years of experience in Java development.
• At least 5 years of experience in UML modelling (diagrams).
• At least 5 years of experience with EC corporate architectural components (e.g. EU Login, EU Send)., * Bachelor's degree or higher.

• Competitive salary
• Great career opportunities
• Corporate benefits package
• International environment
• Possible hybrid work