Product Architect
3 Month Rolling Contract
Reading / London (hybrid)
£360/day (Outside IR35)
Start Date: ASAP
Product Architect with strong technical expertise in Fortinet SDWAN technologies, deep networking knowledge and proven experience in technical product management and architectural design .
Start ASAP in September/October 2025.
3-month initial contract in Reading/ London. Strong probability of renewals.
Hybrid working - typically 1/2 day/week working in the office + 3 days/week working remotely (WFH).
A chance to work with a global IT Consultancy for a Telecoms end client.
Key skills, experience + tasks will include:
* Fortinet SDWAN advanced knowledge and practical experience.
* Juniper SDWAN hands-on expertise.
* Strong background in Network Routing & Switching .
* Proven track record in Technical Product Management .
* Significant experience in Architectural Design .
* Excellent Stakeholder Management skills and with ability to present solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Key Deliverables: As a Product Architect you will be responsible for:
* Agile Product Backlog Contribution: Defining EPICs, capabilities, and features with clear acceptance criteria.
* Technical Product Feasibility Documentation: Evaluating and documenting solution options.
* High-Level Design Documentation: Producing HLDs in line with Vodafone technology standards and methodologies.
* Third-Party Deliverable Management: Managing vendor deliverables, terms of reference, and SoWs.
* Budget Oversight: Reviewing and aligning project expenditure with budgets.
* Virtual Team Collaboration: Driving product/service building blocks with cross-functional teams.
* Operational Engagement: Working with operations and support teams to ensure requirements and solutions are aligned.
* Knowledge Transfer: Presenting solutions and leading know-how transfer sessions.