Solutions Architect
il y a 4 jours
Nottingham
Job Title: Solutions Architect (Integration Focus) Location: Nottingham – 2–3 days per week onsite Contract: 3-month initial (likely extension) Rate: Competitive (via Umbrella) Start Date: ASAP Overview One of the UK’s largest and most recognised retail brands is embarking on a major digital transformation programme spanning International Retail, Commercial and Supply Chain operations. We’re looking for a Solutions Architect with strong integration design and architecture experience to join their Nottingham-based Architecture team on an initial 3-month contract. You’ll play a key role in shaping complex system integrations, designing high-level solutions, and ensuring architectural standards and governance are upheld across multiple projects. This is a hands-on architecture role, working closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced transformation environment. Key Responsibilities • Design and deliver high-quality solution and integration architectures across major business transformation initiatives., • Create High-Level Designs (HLDs), models, and other architecture artefacts using tools such as ArchiMate or Sparx EA., • Define and govern architecture blueprints, integration patterns, and solution building blocks across multiple technology domains., • Collaborate with Enterprise Architects, Product Owners, Business Analysts, Developers, and Test teams to ensure cohesive and scalable solution delivery., • Lead and support cross-functional teams (Infrastructure, Security, Data, Integration) to ensure end-to-end delivery quality., • Engage with external vendors and internal stakeholders to validate technical approaches and ensure alignment with enterprise strategy., • Support project governance, service introduction, and data governance processes to ensure smooth transition into live operations. Required Experience • 5+ years’ experience as a Solutions Architect in large-scale enterprise environments., • Strong background in system integration architecture, APIs, middleware, and data flows across multiple platforms., • Experience designing architectures using modelling languages (e.g. ArchiMate) and frameworks such as TOGAF., • Familiarity with Azure or other cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) and modern microservices and API-led integration patterns., • Knowledge of architecture building blocks, governance, and design assurance., • Hands-on experience with architecture tools such as ArchiMate, Alfabet, Aris, or Sparx Enterprise Architect., • Experience leading design across multiple stakeholders and disciplines. Nice to Have • Experience in Retail or Supply Chain Systems (Forecasting, WMS, OMS, or Inventory)., • Knowledge of Data Architecture and Canonical Data Models., • Familiarity with technologies such as MuleSoft, Software AG, SAP S/4, Salesforce, Witron, or KNAPP. Why Join • Work with one of the UK’s biggest retail brands during a major transformation period., • Hybrid working model – 2–3 days onsite in Nottingham., • Collaborative, forward-thinking environment., • Scope for long-term extension as transformation projects evolve.