Job Title: Solutions Architect

Location: Crewe, 3 days per week onsite

Remuneration: Competitive salary and benefits package

Contract Details:

- Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

- Contract Length: 6 months

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of IT solution architecture strategy/roadmap and support the implementation of new IT services, technology, projects, and system-based solutions
• Make design decisions on existing solutions and contribute to the vision for the next generation of solutions
• Control complexity and cost of IT within the business
• Orchestrate a logical relationship between business, data, application, and technical aspects of the architecture
• Ensure adherence to architecture principles and standards
• Develop high/mid-level solution blueprints for project implementation
• Maximise reuse of existing solutions
• Chair architecture review boards and ensure compliance with architecture and portfolio processes
• Maintain architectural documentation and associated standards
• Ensure compliance with IT delivery processes
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure end-to-end solutions meet and exceed customer requirements
• Provide cost and risk information to project managers
• Collaborate with various teams to create architectural solutions that support projects
• Manage requirements for architecture standards within the business
• Challenge and improve the existing IT technology portfolio
• Foster communication and collaboration on Proof of Technology/Proof of Concept
• Ensure solutions align with industry standards and VW's set of standards

Skills & Experience:

• Experience working in a highly technical/consulting environment, coordinating and developing technology solutions
• Integration of new solutions into existing solution architectures
• Ability to work under tight project deadlines and assist in achieving approval gateways
• Understanding of existing and future IT solutions and trends
• Ability to coordinate, design, and integrate IT products to deliver holistic solutions
• Experience in generating and maintaining architectural documentation
• Familiarity with Configuration Management Database (where applicable)

Our client is seeking a talented Solutions Architect to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of IT solutions that drive business growth and efficiency. The successful candidate will have the chance to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

If you have a passion for technology, a strong architectural mindset, and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. The client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity for professional growth.

To be considered for this role, please submit your CV highlighting your relevant experience. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, your application has not been successful on this occasion, but we may keep your details on file for future vacancies.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals.