Solution Architect | S4 | Architecture | Milton Keynes
Solution Architect | S4 | Architecture | Milton Keynes
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If you are looking to move your career in the direction of shaping the design of future Santander UK systems then Solutions Architecture could be the choice for you.
The Solutions Architects produce end to end solution architectures for multiple projects in each functional domain or review the designs that have been produced by Engineering teams using guidance and patterns that have been provided to them by Architecture. Once Architecture has validated that solutions align to the strategies of Santander UK (e.g. Retail & Corporate Bank) we then work with the engineering community to deliver solutions primarily in an agile way.
Working with Enterprise and Solution Architects in the required domains and cross domain spaces to understand the roadmaps strategies and solutions this is a Senior SA role with experience of running SA team & supporting SA community interlocking with the relevant CIO team leads to drive the required business outcomes.
The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge of the capabilities within a functional domain in addition to proven architecture experience.
The difference youll make:
Be embedded into the functional domain balancing business requirements with functional & technical strategy to ensure we deliver sustainable solutions.
What youll bring:
A working knowledge and understanding of GenAI tools e.g. Chat GPT/Azure/AWS
Be experienced in IT Systems Design and Solutions Architecture with excellent Financial Institution knowledge - Customer Interactions- in the following functional domains:
Operational Customer Communications: The ecosystem relations to operations customer interactions SMS/PUSH/Print/Email Adobe/Quadient/SalesForce
Awareness of Customer Alerts e.g. registered customers alerts & regulatory. Knowledge of Adobe
Public Websites Adobe tech stack driving uk public websites inc DAM/AEM/AEP
Marketing e.g. Customer marketing campaigns knowledge of DP/Doc Management Pega & Martech
It would also be nice for you to have:
Excellent domain driven design with knowledge of the BIAN framework TOGAF ArchiMate and API & microservice architecture solutions using tool such as Avolution Abacus
Proven experience in defining & documenting complex AsIs & Target Architecture defining services & integrated applications working with Key Stakeholders to help define & deliver strategic objectives.
Proven experience in helping to define and maintain strategic roadmaps ensuring alignment with a number of stakeholders across different technologies business areas both locally & globally.
Have experience of AWS & Cloud Architecture & SaaS solutions
Be passionate about driving and experience of leading change by creating practical workable architectures aligned to IT principles and following appropriate governance
Collaboration is critical the ability to communicate complex concepts challenge and influence a diverse set of senior stakeholder and colleagues
Knowledge of planning and organizing concepts and best practices and ability to mobilize both time and resources to manage multiple projects and domains
Be flexible and have a can do attitude with an excellent sense of initiative with the ability to learn fast - new concepts and skills - and deal calmly with situations under pressure
Be effective in a team environment managing and allocate work to junior SA colleagues - contributing to collective targets
What else you need to know:
This role is based in Milton Keynes
We want our people to thrive at work and home and also be able to deliver the best outcomes for our customers and to help each other develop. To support this we offer site-based contracts with a hybrid working pattern and our expected level of attendance in an office is at least 12 days per month (pro-rata for part-time roles).
If you apply for this role in this location its important you consider your travelling distance time and cost from your home to the office location.
Were happy to discuss specific working patterns and arrangement within this hybrid approach during the recruitment process.
Application process
If your application is successful a member of our recruitment team will be in touch. We will arrange a short call with you to learn more about you and what you are looking for from your next career move as well as answer any questions you have about working in the Santander tech team. If both sides agree we will send your CV to the hiring manager to review. For this position the interview process will be :
1st Stage Technical Interview this will a 30min technical interview with one of the team
2nd Stage A one-hour formal interview where we will ask both technical and competency-based questions. This can be done virtually or face to face depending on your situation.
If theres anything we can do in the recruitment process to help you achieve your best please let us know.
Inclusion
At Santander were creating a thriving workplace where all colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed. We all help to make Santander a workplace that celebrates diversity and attracts retains and develops the most talented and committed people through living our values of Simple Personal and Fair.
How well reward you.
As well as a competitive salary youll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs.
Eligible for a discretionary performance-related annual bonus
We put 8% of salary into your pension even if you dont contribute yourself. Well pay in up to 12.5% of salary if you contribute as well and you can take some of our contribution in cash if you prefer.
30 days holiday plus bank holidays which increases to 31 days after 5yrs service with the option to purchase up to 5 contractual days per year
6000 car allowance per year (remove for SLB roles)
Company funded individual private medical insurance
Voluntary healthcare benefits at discounted rates such as private medical insurance for your family dental insurance and health assessments
Protection for you and your family with company-funded death-in-service benefit and income protection insurance and the option to take advantage of discounted rates for additional life assurance and critical illness cover.
Share in Santanders success by saving or investing inour shareplans
As a Santander UK employee you are able to request staff versions of our products like our Edge Current Accounts and Credit Cards with no fees as well as apply to many other deals and discounts in Santander products and services.
Learn more about our benefits and family friendly policies
What to do next:
If this sounds like a role youre interested in then please apply.
If theres anything we can do in the recruitment process to help you achieve your best get in touch. Whether its a copy of our application form in another format or additional assistance were available through email. You can contact us at .
Employment Type
Full-Time
