Head of Solution Architecture
Amsterdam - Netherlands
Job Summary
About us
Dyson is a global technology company powered by ingenuity and relentless curiosity. We reimagine everyday products through radical innovationfrom vacuums and hair care to air purification and robotics. Our teams thrive on challenge and continuous improvement.
As we expand into new markets our technology function is central to Dysons futureensuring every solution scales securely and delivers best-in-class experiences for millions of people. Here architecture isnt just about systems. Its about unleashing ideas shaping outcomes and making a real difference.
Join a community that celebrates disruption values diverse perspectives and empowers you to lead at the edge of possibility.
About the role
As Head of Solution Architecture you set the vision shape the roadmap and uphold the standards for Dysons enterprise architecture. Youll ensure technology aligns with business and operational goals and that AI and automation are adopted with intentnot just added for novelty.
Youll architect for scale resilience and security establishing clear governance and frameworks. Youll upskill your team and advocate for responsible data-driven design guiding technology through every stage of maturity.
Collaboration is keyyou connect business strategy to technical execution partnering with leaders across IT product engineering and data. Throughout you ensure Dysons architectures are future-proof and always open to innovation.
Key responsibilities:
Define maintain and evolve Dysons enterprise architecture framework ensuring all solutionslegacy and newalign with company and industry standards.
Architect platform strategies that incorporate AI automation and data-driven services with a focus on measurable business impact and clear technical governance.
Lead architectural governance boards and reviews balancing innovation with compliance cost risk and operational excellence.
Guide assessment and selection of new technologies ensuring they integrate seamlessly and securely with core systems.
Champion responsible and ethical AI practices embedding them into architecture and technology standards.
Mentor and develop your team building enterprise architecture capability and fostering a culture of learning and innovation.
Engage regularly with stakeholders at all levels translating complex technical issues into clear actionable insights.
Ensure smooth delivery of technology projects supporting both in-house and third-party teams.
Monitor industry trends identifying opportunities to enhance Dysons enterprise architecturewith a strong bias for practical scalable solutions.
About you
Strategic enterprise architect with deep experience using frameworks (e.g. TOGAF) to transform complex global organisations.
Proven success architecting and governing large-scale platforms (CRM Commerce Integration Data) with an enterprise-wide mindset.
Strong working knowledge of AI automation and data architectureskilled at integrating these capabilities where they make the biggest difference.
Demonstrated leadership in architectural governance standards and technology selection balancing innovation with business risk.
Confident communicator and natural collaborator able to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders alike.
Proven people management experience
Track record of growing and mentoring high-performing architecture teams.
Committed to responsible ethical technology and continuous improvement.
Benefits
At Dyson Reward goes beyond just salary and bonuses. Through a comprehensive package of Financial Lifestyle and Health Benefits we provide support tailored to every stage of life and the moments that matter most.
Working policy
Please note: New employees to Dyson in The Netherlands commence employment on a 12-month fixed-term basis
At Dyson our vibrant campus culture is built on in-person collaboration creativity and shared learning. Working side by side not only fuels our innovation but also creates a strong sense of belonging. To nurture this dynamic and inclusive environment we do not offer a regular hybrid working arrangement.
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Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds dont think alike and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race colour religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
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