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Senior lead infrastructure architect

Reading (Berkshire)
SITA
Infrastructure architect
Posted: 17 February
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Overview

WELCOME TO SITA

At SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry.

You'll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. We don't just move the world forward-we're proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work® by 79% of our employees and certified in most of our growing locations. Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.

Are you ready to love your job?

The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Leads Technology Platforms and Infrastructure Architecture on a project to meet business requirements through requirements analysis cross-team collaboration expertise support and project supervision.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

1. Manages and monitors the organization's technology platforms and infrastructure architecture and plays a leading role in the vision and development of the company's future technology.
2. Ensures infrastructure installations and upgrades are made in accordance with established policies procedures and software licensing agreements.
3. Identifies implements and monitors best practices for infrastructure architecture while providing expert advice on core infrastructure initiatives.
4. Interprets software requirement and designs relevant infrastructure architecture and performance modelling.

Qualifications

WHO YOU ARE

5. Working knowledge of resource estimation internal administration and operational processes.
6. Expertise in several solution portfolio area (networking passenger self-service etc.)
7. Knowledgeable about SITA architecture direction methodologies policies and practices nice to have
8. Understand the Enterprise Architecture/IT Strategy.
9. Knowledgeable on how components are connected and interact.
10. Strong understanding of system integration and hardware issues.
11. Demonstrate a practical awareness of other architectures.
12. Demonstrate analytical flexibility and versatility. Understanding of how own work fits into the bigger picture.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 8-10 years IT experience or equivalent work experience in a relevant environment.

PROFESSION COMPETENCIES

13. Accountability
14. Architecture Modeling
15. Capacity Planning & Management
16. Cloud Computing
17. Commercial Acumen
18. Conceptual Thinking
19. Configuration Management
20. Conflict Resolution
21. Contingency and Disaster Recovery
22. Data Architecture
23. Enterprise Architecture & Governance
24. IT Industry: Trends & Directions
25. Information Security Architecture
26. Innovation
27. Managing Change
28. Managing Risk
29. Network Architecture
30. Product Design/Architecture
31. Requirements Analysis
32. Solution Architecture
33. Standards Procedures & Policies
34. System and Technology Integration
35. Systems Thinking
36. Technical Excellence
37. Technical Writing/Documentation
38. Technology Advising

CORE COMPETENCIES

39. Adhering to Principles & Values
40. Communication
41. Creating & Innovating
42. Customer Focus
43. Impact & Influence
44. Leading Execution
45. Results Orientation
46. Teamwork

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

- Degree in a technical discipline (e.g. Computer Science Engineering Mathematics etc.) or sufficient work experience to demonstrate proficiency at this level.

WHAT WE OFFER

We're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We're really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.

Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs)

Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans.

Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.

Employee Wellbeing: We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.

Professional Development: At SITA, we believe growth fuels innovation. Our learning ecosystem offers access to world-class platforms and programs designed to help you thrive. From LinkedIn Learning, Microsoft's Enterprise Skills Initiative, and Airport Council International -available to all employees-to specialized solutions like Pluralsight for technology upskilling, Harvard Business Publishing for people leadership, Stanford for strategic development and many others, we align learning opportunities with your Development Plan and our business priorities. Your development journey is supported every step of the way.

Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.

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