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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 the policies and standards that guide technology delivery, possessing significant experience in modern, cloud-based technology standards and practices.
As Solution Architect, you are accountable for leading a team of architects and providing 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.
Youll work hand in hand with our Product Managers, Delivery, and Technical Leads to influence and define a technology roadmap to meet our commercial and technological goals.
The core aim of this role is to provide technical assurance to ensure successful deployment of NECSWS Public Safety products into clients while protecting our commercial position.
To succeed, you need to mediate between teams and explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, particularly stakeholders at all levels. An understanding of evolving technology delivery in an agile environment is essential. Our stakeholder expectations are high, and you will facilitate discussions about high risk and complexity within constrained timescales.
The Solution Architect will collaborate with the project or programme manager and the wider architecture team to:
1. Ensure scope of supply is correctly documented and maintained
2. Identify and manage technical project risks
3. Document and agree on non-functional requirements from customers
4. Conduct practical impact assessments with well-defined scope and use 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 as a 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, providing technical support on issues such as firewall settings, and supporting the bid process including technical responses and infrastructure sizing (mainly cloud-based).
The role emphasizes 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 with buy/sell options (FTE)
* 4x basic salary life assurance (additional options available)
* Flexible benefits tailored to your needs
Other Information
* Candidates must demonstrate a right to work and travel within the UK; documentation required.
* All offers are subject to vetting and checks; a DBS check may be required depending on the role.
NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Please inform us of any accessibility needs during recruitment.
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