Senior Enterprise Solutions Architect

We are seeking an experienced Senior Enterprise Solutions Architect to lead the design and implementation of complex IT solutions across our organisation. This role involves developing scalable, secure, and efficient architecture frameworks aligned with business objectives. The successful candidate will possess extensive expertise in enterprise architecture, cloud infrastructure, and system design, ensuring our technology landscape remains innovative and resilient. This is a full-time position offering the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects within a dynamic environment., * Develop and maintain comprehensive solution architecture strategies that align with organisational goals and industry standards such as TOGAF and ITIL.

• Design scalable cloud architecture solutions leveraging platforms like AWS, Azure, and container orchestration tools such as Kubernetes and Docker.
• Lead the integration of diverse systems using APIs, REST, and Web services, ensuring seamless interoperability across platforms.
• Analyse existing enterprise architecture frameworks and recommend improvements to optimise performance, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, develop detailed system design specifications, and oversee implementation following the SDLC methodology.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in information security, data management, and compliance standards throughout all solution designs.
• Provide technical leadership on projects involving microservices, NoSQL, SQL databases (such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and Microsoft SQL Server) as well as programming languages including Java, Python, and .NET.
• Guide teams on adopting modern development practices like DevOps, continuous integration/deployment (CI/CD), and automation tools to optimise software deployment processes.
• Act as a subject matter expert in areas such as system architecture, application development, and cloud infrastructure to support strategic decision-making.

• Proven expertise in designing scalable, secure enterprise solutions using a broad range of technologies including Service-oriented architecture (SOA), Solution architecture, and System architecture.
• Extensive knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, with hands-on experience in managing cloud infrastructure components.
• Strong understanding of architectural frameworks like TOGAF combined with practical experience in implementing enterprise architectures aligned with industry standards.
• Proficiency in modern programming languages (JavaScript, Java, Python) alongside experience with databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server) and data management tools like T-SQL or PL/SQL.
• Familiarity with containerisation (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), and configuration management for scalable deployment environments.
• Deep understanding of software development lifecycle processes (SDLC) and project management methodologies to ensure timely delivery of solutions.
• Knowledge of operating systems including Windows, Linux, and Unix environments, alongside expertise in system design principles for high availability systems.
• Strong analysis skills to evaluate complex technical requirements, recommend optimal solutions, and troubleshoot issues effectively.
• Experience with IT service management frameworks such as ITIL, along with a solid grasp of application security principles.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled professional eager to influence organisational technology strategy through innovative solution design while working within a collaborative team environment.

Pulled from the full job description

• Free parking
• Discounted or free food
• Health & wellbeing programme