Salary: £42,000 - 68,500 per year Requirements: Proven experience in subsurface domain, with a focus on aligning IT strategy with business goals. Strong industry and domain-specific knowledge relating to Subsurface and Exploration applications, data and technologies. Strong understanding of business processes, IS infrastructure, and software development lifecycles. Ability to think strategically and relate architectural decisions and recommendations to business strategy and priorities. Experience in the development and use of solution architecture frameworks, patterns, and best practices to drive business transformation. Proven experience in subsurface data management and architectural design. Strong knowledge of geological and geophysical data interpretation and integration. Familiarity with industry standards and regulations regarding subsurface data. Experience in modelling and analysing complex systems and processes using various frameworks with a preference towards TOGAF. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. Responsibilities: Proactively support the development of the Subsurface and Data Product portfolio, including projects, systems, and shared infrastructure. Collaborate closely with the Subsurface & Data Product Manager across the Subsurface & Data Product Portfolio. Work with the Subsurface & Data Product Manager and the business to understand business goals, objectives, outcomes, capabilities, value-streams, and processes. Create deliverables for managing the organisations Subsurface Products Portfolio of to be and as is applications and data solutions. Ensure that all activities are carried out in a safe manner complying with all regulatory requirements, legislation and HSES Procedures. Ensure that all activities and behaviours are carried out in accordance with Ethics and Compliance Policies and Procedures, completing any compulsory compliance training as required. Collaborate with the Product Manager to engage business stakeholders and align delivery outcomes with strategic roadmaps. Document business capabilities, practices, and processes using agreed tools for business change modelling. Design and architect solutions to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Provide technical expertise for Subsurface and Data architecture and design. Work with peer solution architects to ensure alignment with platform roadmaps. Stay informed about emerging technology trends and apply them to support evolving business models. Evaluate opportunities and develop business cases for new initiatives. Develop solutions to innovate and enhance the Subsurface and Data Product portfolio. Adhere to enterprise architecture principles, guidelines, standards, and solution patterns. Facilitate the evaluation and selection of software product standards and services. Translate business and technical requirements into an architectural blueprint to achieve business objectives. Work closely with the Product Manager to develop a roadmap for the evolution of the Product line portfolio. Foster relationships with industry peers and key partners to stay informed about strategies and trends. Technologies: Architect Support Product Manager TOGAF More: At NES Fircroft, we are proud to be the worlds leading engineering staffing provider, specializing in sectors such as Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, and Manufacturing. With over 90 years of combined experience and more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we ensure our clients receive the engineering and technical expertise they need, whenever and wherever it is required. We offer contractors comprehensive support beyond traditional recruitment, including assistance with securing visas and work permits, alongside market-leading benefits packages and accommodation arrangements. last updated 4 week of 2026