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Job Details
Job Requisition: 22742
Band: E
Salary: £90,000 - £100,000, depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience
Contract type: 22 month FTC (Fixed Term Contract)
Location: London Or Cardiff Or Birmingham Or Newcastle Or Salford Or Glasgow, hybrid
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 11th June 2025 at 23:59
We’re happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your preference under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.
Purpose Of The Role
The BBC’s Corporate Systems department supports internal business-facing application solutions across BBC Public Service Broadcasting and BBC Studios. These applications include Finance, Procurement, Treasury, HCM, Learning, Human Resource Scheduling, and internal applications.
Working within the Corporate Systems department, the Lead Architect works as part of a team reporting to the Head of Architecture. The role is primarily focused on the Architecture and Administration of SAP BTP and extends to cover the whole BBC Corporate Systems Hybrid Technology Platform from a product perspective.
The Lead Architect ensures that the vision and strategy for the specialist area are delivered using standardised, reusable, and innovative architectures which direct investment, bringing value and innovation to BBC divisions and the BBC’s external partner network.
The Lead Architect realises the strategic architecture, platforms, and product strategy, ensuring consistency and standardisation of architecture and related best practices within the area of specialism, as it relates to the BBC’s technology principles and strategy.
Your Key Responsibilities And Impact
* Develop architectural principles, policies, and governance for the Corporate Systems Technology Platform.
* Deliver and document SAP BTP architecture to support bespoke business applications.
* Build productive relationships with stakeholders and related teams across the BBC technology function.
* Identify gaps and potential fragilities in the Corporate Systems technology platform and develop solutions.
* Coordinate efforts with development teams within your implementation area.
Essential
Your Skills And Experience
* Proven track record in the administration and management of SAP BTP Services, delivering reliable and effective solutions.
* Experienced in designing cutting-edge technology architectures that leverage SAP BTP Services to drive innovation and efficiency
* Comprehensive understanding of SAP technology landscapes, including SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, SAP BW, SAP PO, SAP Portal, SAP GRC, SAP Cloud Connectors, and SAP Web Dispatchers in Cloud (SAP RISE PCE/AWS) environments.
* Skilled in navigating hybrid environments, seamlessly integrating SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS solutions for optimal performance.
* Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with business stakeholders, bridging the gap between technical execution and strategic goals.
Desirable
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field.
* Knowledge of IT framework standards such as ITIL or TOGAF.
* Relevant SAP BTP training and qualifications.
Disclaimer
This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.
Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks; Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media/Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.
For any general queries, please contact: bbchr@bbc.co.uk
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
* Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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