Overview
We are currently looking to recruit a Solution Architect to support the design, governance, and assurance of technical solutions across a portfolio of projects. Our Architecture team form part of the Technology service, and we work closely with business analysts, product owners and project managers from our Transformation service.
As a Solution Architect, you will be responsible for translating complex business and user requirements into scalable, secure, and supportable architectures that align with enterprise principles. You will ensure that all solution designs comply with internal governance processes and pass assurance at key design stages. You will support decision-making and provide technical guidance and direction throughout the solution lifecycle, including requirements validation, technology evaluation and procurement to enable successful implementation from discovery through to transition.
In depth understanding of solutions architecture, gained through experience leading the design of technology solutions
A solid background in producing solution artefacts that guide project and delivery teams.
Knowledge of software and systems development methods
Effective stakeholder management with experience working with colleagues at different seniority levels to make decisions on technology choices
Knowledge of a wide range of technologies including cloud platforms, API's and enterprise software and infrastructure
Responsibilities
* Translate complex business and user requirements into scalable, secure, and supportable architectures that align with enterprise principles.
* Ensure that all solution designs comply with internal governance processes and pass assurance at key design stages.
* Support decision-making and provide technical guidance and direction throughout the solution lifecycle, including requirements validation, technology evaluation and procurement to enable successful implementation from discovery through to transition.
* Lead solution design work and play a key role in shaping the future of the Councils technology landscape.
Qualifications
* In depth understanding of solutions architecture, gained through experience leading the design of technology solutions
* A solid background in producing solution artefacts that guide project and delivery teams.
* Knowledge of software and systems development methods
* Effective stakeholder management with experience working with colleagues at different seniority levels to make decisions on technology choices
* Knowledge of a wide range of technologies including cloud platforms, API's and enterprise software and infrastructure
Organisation & Benefits
Join a great organisation. The largest County in the country North Yorkshire including stunning coastlines, national parks, market towns and is a beautiful place to live and work. The council is forward thinking and passionate about providing excellent service to its residents and tourists. The Technology service plays a vital role in supporting the organisation and is driving forward to be the most innovative and high performing technology provider.
You are provided with a comprehensive benefits package:
* with an excellent employer defined pension scheme
* enhanced holidays
* flexible working to help you thrive at home and as well as work
* salary sacrifice car, cycle and technology
* childcare schemes
* package of Everybody Benefits shopping vouchers, discounts and more
Please see our total rewards brochure for more information.
The role offers Hybrid Working, with expectation to attend offices in North Yorkshire when required including County Hall Northallerton.
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