Here's what you'll be doing
Are you a talented Solution Architect looking for an exciting opportunity to shape the future of EON UK's architecture? We are currently recruiting for a Solution Architect to join our team and take ownership of end-to-end solution designs that align with our Enterprise Architecture strategies and group IT strategy and policies.
- Assure solution designs against agreed approaches, including People, Organisations, Locations, Data, Applications & Technology.
- Develop technology principles, guidelines, patterns & standards to guide the future direction of EON UK's architecture.
- Guide and control other parties, including 3rd party organizations, to ensure alignment with agreed approaches.
- Manage technical dependencies across strategic transformations and tactical changes.
- Maintain a knowledge-base of the architecture supporting the EON UK Business.
- Support the development of IT roadmaps that deliver business outcomes as defined by the business strategy.
- Consult with vendors and Digital & Technology stakeholders to guide the best route forward for initiatives.
- Ensure technical solutions are consistent with the IT strategy, comply with relevant IT standard policies, and optimize performance and security considerations.
- Collaborate with Enterprise Architects to identify opportunities to solve business challenges with technical solutions.
- Operate in a financially sensitive manner, considering value for money, return on investment, and cost impact.
What we need from you
- 5+ years of experience in designing and developing complex large-scale & multi-user applications.
- Degree level education or equivalent experience.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical details in non-technical terms and influence senior stakeholders.
- Strong negotiating and influencing skills at all levels within the EON Organization.
- Ability to identify emerging technologies and demonstrate their value to the business.
- Presentation and workshop management skills.
- Experience in an outsourced environment, with strong supplier liaison involving 3rd party organizations and technologies.
- Experience using innovation, technology, and problem-solving skills to mitigate business risk.
- Experience with MSDynamics and/or similar Low-Code/No-Code ERP solutions.
Desirable Skills:
- Understanding of the energy sector, including structure, regulatory environment, and industry issues.
- Experience in leadership within an outsourced environment.
- Technical authoring skills.
- Familiarity with various architecture frameworks (e.g., POLDAT, TOGAF, Zachman, ArchiMate).
If you are a motivated and experienced Solution Architect looking for a challenging role in a dynamic organisation, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to shaping the future of EON UK's architecture.
Here’s what you need to know
- Award-Winning Benefits: Our market-leading benefits package includes 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax and/or NI savings. Recognised with the Personnel Today Reward, Recognition and Benefits Award 2022, our benefits truly stand out.
- Recognised for Family-Friendly and Hybrid Policies: In 2024, we earned Double Recognition at the Personnel Today Awards for our exceptional family-friendly and hybrid working initiatives. Lets discuss how we can work together flexibly.
- Inclusive Employer: As the only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers (currently ranked 8th), we’re committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and fairness for everyone.
- Support for Disabled Applicants: As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum role criteria.
- Development Opportunities: With inclusive talent networks, learning resources, and skill-building programs, your career growth is a priority.