Enterprise Systems Architecture & Innovation Executive

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Enterprise Systems Architecture & Innovation Executive to lead the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge enterprise IT solutions. This role is pivotal in shaping the technological future of our organization by driving strategic architecture initiatives, fostering innovation, and ensuring the seamless integration of complex systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in enterprise architecture, cloud infrastructure, and software development, combined with a passion for leveraging emerging technologies to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient solutions. Join us to influence our digital transformation journey and empower our teams with state-of-the-art systems that propel business growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive enterprise architecture frameworks aligned with organizational goals, utilizing standards such as TOGAF.
• Design scalable system architectures incorporating microservices, RESTful web services, APIs, and cloud-native solutions on platforms like AWS and Azure.
• Lead the evaluation and integration of cloud infrastructure components including Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud services to optimize deployment and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create solution architectures that meet business requirements while ensuring information security and compliance standards are upheld.
• Drive innovation by researching emerging technologies such as NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra), DevOps practices, and container orchestration tools to enhance system agility.
• Oversee software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes for enterprise applications built on Java,.NET, Python, SQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle), and operating systems like Windows and Linux.
• Manage system design projects focusing on system architecture, application development, system deployment, and ITIL-based service management.

Skills

• Deep expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks like TOGAF combined with strong analysis skills for evaluating complex systems.
• Proficiency in designing service-oriented architecture (SOA), solution architecture, and cloud architecture using AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, and related tools.
• Extensive experience with database management systems including MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server; familiarity with T-SQL and PL/SQL is essential.
• Strong knowledge of web services protocols such as REST and SOAP APIs; experience developing or integrating APIs is highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience with software development languages including JavaScript, Java, Python,.NET; understanding of SDLC methodologies such as Agile or DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of information security principles to safeguard enterprise data assets; familiarity with ITIL standards for IT service management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively through excellent project management skills; experience with system design and application deployment is a plus.
• Familiarity with operating systems including Windows and Linux environments; understanding of system security configurations is beneficial.

Join us in shaping the future of enterprise technology by creating innovative solutions that drive operational excellence!

Pay: £105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Flexitime
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Transport links

Work Location: In person