Solution Architect

We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect to join our team and lead the design, documentation, and communication of solution architecture for stock optimisation. In this role, you will manage changes to approved solutions, ensuring they meet both functional and non-functional requirements while aligning with business and IT priorities. Responsibilities Create, review, and contribute to documentation and processes for selecting new technology to support business objectives. Review formal requirements documents for new projects and provide feedback on open questions and gaps. Design end-to-end solutions for projects, covering all domains: Process, Applications, Information/Data, Technology, Service, Integration, and Security. Define as-is and future architecture designs, and get agreement on required changes and transition states. Ensure functional and non-functional requirements are met by the proposed solution, aligning business and IT priorities. Obtain agreement on the design as documented in the solution blueprint and communicate it to key stakeholders. Prepare or oversee low-level designs, ensuring they meet requirements, and manage any changes to the solution design. Ensure solution delivery plans align with overall delivery plans, including test phases and cutover. Update baseline architecture when the project goes live and ensure the provision of application environments. Ensure overall quality of the architecture solution throughout the development process, anticipating and resolving issues. Collaborate with business partners and other architects to design, develop, and implement solutions, ensuring alignment with standards and best practices. Build strong relationships with subject matter experts, business stakeholders, and project leadership to support smooth transitions and integration with ongoing initiatives. Identify and evaluate new technologies for competitive advantages and internal efficiencies, while completing other assigned projects and tasks. Qualifications BS/MS Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject Essential skills Clear and effective communication, documentation, and diagramming skills. Familiarity with Retail Supply Chain and Planning platforms. Ability to analyze complex IT systems and balance technical/strategic considerations with practical solutions. Advanced knowledge of software development practices, deployment pipelines, and integration of applications. Strong relationship-building, influencing, and leadership skills. Desired skills TOGAF FEAC Architecture tools Modern Development Tools and Techniques Low Code Development Tools Agile Development Methodologies DevOps tools/techniques Integration bus usage Data warehousing Application Integration Azure Integration Services Experience Delivering solution designs in large volume retailers at an international level. Working within large-scale IT-enabled transformation programs. Experience with SaaS applications and Retail ERP solutions (e.g., Oracle). Previous experience with IT engineering/design in large multinational organisations. Experience of Planning platforms and Store Systems/ Operations highly desirable. What do I need before I apply This role will require regular travel between Dublin and Reading Benefits Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses Competitive company benefits Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo LI-DS1 As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to: Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible Communicating and promoting vacancies Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age". We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive

Location: Englefield, GB

Posted Date: 1/11/2025