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Job Description
* Due to strict customer security clearance requirements, we can only consider applicants that have lived in the UK for 5 consecutive years or more *
Working within the Public Safety business, you will be responsible for defining policies and standards that guide technology delivery, with significant experience in modern, cloud-based technology standards and practices.
As a Solution Architect, you will lead a team of architects and provide architectural design and technology roadmaps for complex Policing and National Security applications supporting high-volume, mission-critical products and services. There will also be opportunities to oversee ongoing architectural needs within our Control Room application suites.
You will collaborate closely with Product Managers, Delivery, and Technical Leads to influence and define a technology roadmap that aligns with our commercial and technological goals.
The core aim of this role is to provide technical assurance to ensure the successful deployment of NECSWS Public Safety products into clients while protecting our commercial position.
Success in this role requires mediating between teams and explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, especially stakeholders at all levels. You should understand the evolving nature of technology delivery in an agile environment. Our stakeholder expectations are high, and you will facilitate discussions about high risk and complex issues within constrained timescales.
The Solution Architect will work with project or programme managers and the wider architecture team to:
1. Ensure that the scope of supply is correctly documented and maintained.
2. Identify and manage technical project risks.
3. Ensure that any non-functional requirements from customers are agreed and documented.
4. Ensure impact assessments are practical, well-defined, and leverage existing products where possible.
5. Identify opportunities for selling additional product capabilities.
Qualifications
You will have a good understanding/awareness of:
* C++
* C#
* SQL Server
* Windows platforms
* Domains / AD
* Mitel skills-based routing integration
And good practical knowledge of some or all of the following:
* C coding
* SIP protocol
* VOIP – RTP / RTCP, including latency/jitter handling
You will also have in-depth knowledge of some or all of the following:
* Tetra network behaviors – specifically Motorola Dimetra
* 3GPP network behaviors – related to Kodiak MCX but should be standard
* MCX API usage of Softil SDK
* Analogue Radio base stations and features – VHF, MF
* Telephone PABX functionality
* Airwave certification processes
* EISEC service
The Solution Architect will manage relationships with customer technical staff and provide support on technical issues, including firewall settings. You will support the bid process with technical responses, infrastructure sizing (mainly cloud-based), and clarification support.
This role also involves promoting and leading the architectural vision within the team and across wider business and technology groups.
Additional Information
We offer an excellent benefits package, including:
* 25 days paid holiday (FTE), with buy/sell options
* 4x basic salary life assurance (with options to increase)
* A flexible benefits scheme
Other Information
* Candidates must demonstrate pre-existing right to work and travel within the UK; documentary evidence will be required.
* All offers are subject to vetting and references; a DBS check may be required depending on the role.
NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer, committed to inclusivity and accessibility. Please share any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
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