IFS Solution Architect (Contract)
Location: Remote
Contract Length: Initial 6–12 months
Start Date: ASAP
Overview
IT Works Recruitment is supporting an IFS customer at a critical stage of their IFS Cloud programme. We are looking for a highly experienced IFS Solution Architect to take ownership of end-to-end solution design and architectural governance on a fully remote, contract basis.
The role will operate independently alongside SI partners, providing an honest, best-practice view of IFS Cloud and ensuring the solution is scalable, supportable, and aligned to the long-term roadmap.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the design authority across the IFS Cloud solution
* Own solution architecture across functional, technical, and integration layers
* Translate complex business requirements into robust IFS Cloud designs
* Lead and challenge solution design decisions made by the business and SI partners
* Ensure minimal customisation and maximum use of standard IFS functionality
* Govern integrations, data flows, reporting, and security architecture
* Lead and support design and architecture workshops with senior stakeholders
* Ensure architectural alignment across current delivery and future phases
Required Experience
* Proven contract experience as an IFS Solution Architect on IFS Cloud
* Hands-on knowledge of core IFS modules, with examples such as:
* Finance – General Ledger, AP/AR, Fixed Assets, Project Accounting
* Supply Chain – Procurement, Inventory, Demand Planning
* Manufacturing / Projects – MRP, Shop Floor Control, Project Management
* Service & Asset Management – FSM, Maintenance, Work Orders, Asset Lifecycle
* Strong understanding of IFS Cloud configuration models, solution layering, and extension framework
* Experience designing solutions using standard IFS models rather than bespoke customisation
* Proven ability to work independently or alongside SI partners as a design authority
* Confident stakeholder engagement at senior and programme level
Desirable Experience
* Multi-country or global IFS implementations
* Integration architecture involving third-party systems (e.g. Salesforce, Azure, middleware platforms)
* Industry experience in Manufacturing, Construction, Engineering, or Service-based organisations
Why This Role
* Fully remote contract role
* Long-term IFS Cloud programme with potential extensions
* Opportunity to influence solution direction and architecture, not just document designs
* Work with a specialist, IFS-focused recruitment partner