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We are looking for an experienced, pragmatic, personable and talented Solution Architect for one of our large UK Central Government client accounts. Domain-wise, you will be operating within one of the UK’s critical departments, supporting the delivery digital, data and technology services. You will be working with policing and public protection services (both central policing and national capability), as well as interacting with Homeland Security, wider national law enforcement and arms-length bodies.
Whilst we have multiple assignments in-flight with different team composition, in the main you will be in a team led by a Delivery Lead or Enterprise Architect and working alongside Data, Security, Business Architects and Analysts/Consultants.
This is a hands-on position in which you will collaborate on a daily basis with user researchers, BAs, the DevOps team, and client stakeholders to establish conceptual, logical, and physical IT architectures and application designs during the discovery and delivery stages.
The approach we take uses Agile when executing, demonstrating progress and seeking feedback though a series of sprints. The work will look to bring insight and guidance to delivery teams or decision makers on technology architecture, technology selection and delivery approach.
You will be market aware and able to provide balanced opinion on future technology direction whilst being pragmatic in the need to align to existing capabilities and work within the guard rails defined by a Reference Architecture.
What experience you'll bring:
You will have strong solution / IT architecture experience with a good understanding of cloud-based services (ideally AWS), along with;
- Experience working within an architectural framework (e.g. TOGAF, Zachman)
- Delivery with Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE), such as with Archimate and Sparx EA
- Broad expertise of technologies and applications, such as integration and messaging services, ERP, CRM, Case Management, online / digital services and be familiar with market research and emerging technology approaches
- Have a solid grasp and the ability to use various architecture and application deployment patterns, such as SOA, microservices, event-driven, layered models, and so on.
- Strong expertise in creating conceptual designs for business cases, as well as high-level and low-level design documentation.
- The ability to spot and address common themes and architecturally significant concerns
- Excellent communication skills and strengths in producing high quality and accurate documentation
- Strong stakeholder engagement and management skills
- Adept in using a range of influencing styles to building strong sustainable relationships
Nice to have’s
You should preferably have expertise and experience with the Gov.UK Service Manual, particularly in the areas of cloud hosting, application integration, data management, and bespoke application development.
Technical familiarity with Home Office systems and services.
Cloud services qualifications and recognised training would be beneficial.
Who we are:
We’re a business with a global reach that empowers local teams, and we undertake hugely exciting work that is genuinely changing the world. Our advanced portfolio of consulting, applications, business process, cloud, and infrastructure services will allow you to achieve great things by working with brilliant colleagues, and clients, on exciting projects.
Our inclusive work environment prioritises mutual respect, accountability, and continuous learning for all our people. This approach fosters collaboration, well-being, growth, and agility, leading to a more diverse, innovative, and competitive organisation. We are also proud to share that we have a range of Inclusion Networks such as: the Women’s Business Network, Cultural and Ethnicity Network, LGBTQ+ & Allies Network, Neurodiversity Network and the Parent Network.
For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion please click here: Creating Inclusion Together at NTT DATA UK | NTT DATA
what we'll offer you:
We offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensure that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.
You can find more information about NTT DATA UK & Ireland here: NTT DATA UK & I
We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer - we want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application and interview process, if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we look forward to hearing from you.
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