Solution Architect

Job title:

Solution Architect

Company

Evri

Job description

At Evri we understand that searching for your first job, your next job, or that big promotion is a huge milestone. Here at Evri we always think about what it’s like to be in your position when making those big decisions. It takes courage to make change happen in your life, and we’re here to help you with that.We’re here for the first step, the next step, and the big step.You’re not just a number to us. You’ve got to know you’ll love working here. It’s as important to us as you ‘being the right fit’. We want to help you feel what it’s like to work at Evri, to see the value you can bring to any of our roles, and how we can help you grow. We’re never one-size-fits-all. Our careers are as unique as you are.We are looking for a Solution Architect to be responsible as part of the architecture practice for introducing the overall technical vision, providing technical advice and guidance working with engineering to translate the needs and aspirations of the business into technical solutions, whilst aligning to the long-term strategic vision.Evri is leading the way in creating responsible delivery experiences for everyone, everywhere, and that’s how we approach our talent development. We’re a kind, ambitious and diverse team, always supporting and encouraging each other. Our people are extremely important to our business, without them we wouldn’t be where we are today, striving to do the best for our customers and clients. If you like what you hear, then we’d love you to apply!You will be accountable for:

• Contributing to the development of solution architectures in specific business, infrastructure or functional areas. Identifies and evaluates alternative architectures and the trade-offs in cost, performance and scalability.
• Contributing to the creation and review of the enterprise and business architecture which meets the strategic capability requirements of the business.
• Taking responsibility for understanding client or business requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem resolution. Identifies, evaluates and recommends solution options.
• Adopting and adapting to appropriate systems design methodology, tools and techniques selecting from predictive (plan-driven) approaches or adaptive (iterative/agile) approaches, and ensures they are applied effectively.

Designing large or complex system components using appropriate techniques following agreed architectures, design standards and patterns. Identifies and evaluates alternative design options and trade-offs. * Investigating and reporting on hazards and potential risk events within a specific function or business area. Making recommendations and assesses and manages associated risks.

• Reviewing others’ proposed information systems designs, to ensure compliance to the organisations obligations and adherence to overall strategy & architecture. Review the selection of appropriate solution options, technology, and integration of multiple systems.
• Ensuring that the system design balances functional and non-functional requirements.
• Contributing to development of systems design policies and standards and selection of architecture components.
• Implementing stakeholder engagement/communications plan. Dealing with problems and issues, managing resolutions, corrective actions, lessons learned and the collection and dissemination of relevant information.
• Collecting and using feedback from customers and stakeholders to help measure effectiveness of stakeholder management. Helping to develop and enhance customer and stakeholder relationships.

To be successful in this role you will require the following…

• Understanding of TOGAF or equivalent Architecture Frameworks
• Knowledge of systems integration standards including ESB, SOA, JSON, XML, Micro Services, APIs and messaging solutions
• Knowledge & experience of testing for non-functional requirements
• Knowledge and experience of build, deployment, change and release processes and automation.
• Experience of web technologies, enterprise software platforms and database driven applications such as Java EE/ Oracle.
• Experience of designing and deploying scalable, highly available, and fault tolerant systems on AWS or similar cloud-based technology
• Experience with analysis in an agile/ scrum team to describe requirements in terms of Themes, Epics, User Stories and acceptance criteria
• Familiarity with a variety of Enterprise Architecture tools and techniques, such as data modelling, structured analysis & design, use cases, Object Oriented analysis & design
• Understanding of terms such as backlog, burndown, and velocity
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• AWS Associate Solutions Architect would be advantageous

Why Work Here?We’re constantly looking at ways to become a more inclusive and diverse employer, and our benefits package is important to us. Here’s some of what we currently offer:

• Flexible working; This role is predominantly remote with the exception of ad-hoc meetings at our Morley Head Office site
• 26 days + bank holidays, as well as an option to buy and sell up to 5 days holidays
• Bonus of up to 15% if you really push the boundaries
• Career progression framework; map out your next steps in your career
• Pension; 3% employer contribution on top of what you choose to commit yourself
• A range of discounts from our clients
• We also have a range of flexible benefits such as additional life assurance, critical life insurances and others to choose from

In addition to this, Evri have recently launched a fantastic new benefit which allows employees to request to work from anywhere in the world for up to 90 days.At Evri, we know we only grow if our people do too. That’s why we’re committed to building a truly inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can bring – and be – their whole authentic selves.We’re on a journey to better represent the customers we serve around the UK. We’re committed to removing barriers and ensure that each person at Evri is valued for who they are, and what they bring to our business.We are Evri. Where everyone is welcome.We’re excited for the future. Let’s deliver it together.Every parcel, every person, every place – every delivery made for you.Evri is leading the way in creating responsible delivery experiences for everyone, everywhere. And we’re doing that by offering the most convenient way to send, receive and return parcels without costing the earth.Whether it’s a customer sending a present to a friend, a marketplace trader shipping in bulk or a major retailer such as John Lewis, asos or Next, we’ve got it covered. With our team of 30,000 couriers, thousands of local ParcelShops and a growing network of hubs and depots across the country, we safely get parcels from A to everywhere.And it’s not just customers and retailers who trust us. We’ve won loads of industry awards over the past few years, including gongs for IT, innovation and our green fleet.But we wouldn’t be the biggest dedicated parcel delivery company in the UK without amazing people. We’re a friendly, ambitious and diverse bunch, united by a passion for delivering the best customer experience. We have great opportunities throughout the business, so take a look to see where you might fit in. We can’t wait to hear from you.

Expected salary

£73000 per year

Location

England

Job date

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 03:34:37 GMT

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