For over 29 years, Version 1 has partnered with leading global brands to deliver digital, cloud, and enterprise application solutions that drive business success. We are proud to be recognised as:
* Oracle Innovation Partner of the Year 2023 (EMEA)
* Microsoft Global Partner of the Year (Modernising Applications)
* AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year (EMEA)
* One of the Best Workplaces for Women in the UK & Ireland (2023)
With 3,700+ people and revenues exceeding €347m/£302m, Version 1 is a market leader in Oracle, Microsoft, and AWS consulting services – and one of the fastest-growing digital consultancies in Europe.
Job Description
PeopleSoft Architect
Lead and Evolve Enterprise PeopleSoft Landscapes
We are seeking an experienced PeopleSoft Architect to take ownership of our PeopleSoft technology capability within a fast-paced, multi-customer consulting environment.
This is a senior, hands-on leadership role focused on delivering excellence across PeopleSoft platforms—spanning architecture, upgrades, integrations, and optimisation. While experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is advantageous, your deep PeopleSoft expertise will be the foundation of your success.
You’ll act as the technical authority for PeopleSoft, shaping strategy, guiding delivery, and influencing customer outcomes.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
* Lead and develop the PeopleSoft technology capability, defining roadmap, services, and best practices
* Act as the senior escalation point for complex PeopleSoft technical challenges
* Mentor and provide governance to technical consultants, developers, and DBAs
* Drive adoption of:
o Latest PeopleTools features
o Automation and modernisation approaches
o Improved monitoring and performance practices
* Continuously enhance delivery standards, tooling, and frameworks
* Own end-to-end architecture across PeopleSoft environments:
o Application design
o Customisation strategy
o Integration patterns
o Security and lifecycle management
* Define and enforce architecture standards, patterns, and best practices
* Provide expert guidance across:
o PeopleTools upgrades
o PUM & Selective Adoption strategy
o Configuration and release management
* Support cloud and hybrid architecture decisions where relevant
Delivery Excellence
* Oversee multi-client delivery, ensuring solutions are robust, scalable, and supportable
* Review and assure:
o Technical designs
o Code quality
o Integration approaches
o Performance optimisation strategies
* Support pre‑sales and solution shaping, including technical input and estimations
* Security & compliance
* Disaster recovery
* Performance and availability
* Work closely with Managed Services teams to drive operational excellence
Client Engagement & Influence
* Build trusted relationships with senior customer stakeholders
* Translate business requirements into practical, scalable technical solutions
* Lead:
o Technical workshops
o Architecture reviews
o Governance forums
* Influence customer technology strategy and PeopleSoft roadmaps
Qualifications
What You’ll Bring
Core PeopleSoft Expertise (Essential)
* Deep technical knowledge of:
o PeopleSoft architecture & PeopleTools
o Integration Broker & integrations
o OpenSearch
o Security frameworks
* PUM / Selective Adoption programmes
* Complex integrations
* Strong capability in performance tuning, optimisation, and troubleshooting across the full stack
Leadership & Consulting Strength
* Experience leading teams within a consulting or managed services environment
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence senior audiences
* Proven ability to:
o Shape services and improve delivery
o Support business growth and pre‑sales
* Experience designing on‑premise and hybrid architectures
Nice to Have
* Experience working with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
* Exposure to:
o Cloud‑hosted PeopleSoft environments
o Migration or modernisation programmes
o Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform)
o Monitoring and automation in cloud environments
Additional Skills
* Oracle Database (RAC, Exadata, Autonomous Database)
* DevOps tooling (Git, Jenkins, Ansible, Puppet)
* FinOps and cost optimisation awareness
* Exposure to other cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Who You Are
* A PeopleSoft expert who thrives on solving complex technical challenges
* A hands‑on architect with a strategic mindset
* A collaborative leader who enjoys mentoring and developing others
* Analytical, proactive, and delivery‑focused
* Comfortable operating in a client‑facing consultancy environment
Benefits include
* Quarterly performance‑related profit share
* Hybrid / Remote working flexibility
* Pension, private healthcare, life assurance cover
* Certified Great Place to Work for 10+ years running
This is hybrid based with occasional travel to your nearest base office.
Ashley Billington, Head of Talent Acquisition – Enterprise Applications (Oracle Cloud - ERP, HCM, EPM)
+447840839370
We are an equal opportunities employer.
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