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Solution Architect – Data Integration
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Job Location:
Nottingham - UK
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Posted:
21 August 2026 (Yesterday)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Role: Solution Architect Data Integration
Contract: Fixed-Term 12 Months
Location: Nottingham Beeston
Recruitment Partner: Kershia Broughton
What youll be doing:
TheSolution Architectwill leaddata migrations or integrationssolution design for a major HR transformationprogrammeinvolving implementation ofa HR Systemsplatform and contribute to delivery ofend-to-endsolution design for theprogramme.
Reporting into theProgrammeSolution Architect this role is responsible for defining the target architecture ensuring alignment with business objectivesunderstanding of 3rdpartiesapplications landscapeand guiding the implementation ofdata migrations or integrations forHR platformmodules such as Core HR TalentPayrollRecruitmentHelpDeskand Learning.
They will assist the Portfolio Technical Lead and Project Manager to resolve technical issuesand work with Enterprise Architecture to understand Strategy and Roadmaps to identify and deliver appropriate solutions.
Key responsibilities:
It would be great if you also have:
Where your brilliance can take you:
At Boots your career growth is a priority. As aSolution Architect you will have the opportunity to expand your expertise in data integrations and cloud architecture while influencing key business decisions. With a commitment to continuous learning and development you can explore pathways into senior leadership roles or specialised positions within our technology team shaping the future of HR transformation at Boots.
Rewards designed for you:
Theres lots more in our benefits and discounts MyBoosts there to give you that little lift in your everyday. Find out more at Exclusions may apply; eligible roles only. Please note that any salary estimates provided on third-party sites are not endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.
A bit about us:
At Boots were proud to be an equal opportunity employer creating a place where everyone feels welcome supported and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included they thrive so were committed to creating a brilliant Boots for our people so they can make a difference for our customers and colleagues every time.
Whats next
If you apply our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. Where a role is advertised as full-time we are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.
Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Be brilliant with Boots.
Keywords
Solution Architect HR Transformation
Contract: Fixed-Term 12 Months
Location: Nottingham Beeston
Recruitment Partner: Kershia Broughton
What youll be doing:
TheSolution Architectwill leaddata migrations or integrationssolution design for a major HR transformationprogrammeinvolving implementation ofa HR Systemsplatform and contribute to delivery ofend-to-endsolution design for theprogramme.
Reporting into theProgrammeSolution Architect this role is responsible for defining the target architecture ensuring alignment with business objectivesunderstanding of 3rdpartiesapplications landscapeand guiding the implementation ofdata migrations or integrations forHR platformmodules such as Core HR TalentPayrollRecruitmentHelpDeskand Learning.
They will assist the Portfolio Technical Lead and Project Manager to resolve technical issuesand work with Enterprise Architecture to understand Strategy and Roadmaps to identify and deliver appropriate solutions.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and own the overalldata migrations or integrations High Level Design for theprogramme ensuring it aligns with enterprise architecture standards and HR transformation goals.
- Translate business requirements into robust integrated and compliant solution designs.
- Creation ofend-to-endprocess flows data models integration patterns and security frameworks.
- Define configuration standards design principles and architectural guardrails for the project.
- Ensure that designs are understood by the project team and specifically the portfolio technical lead and development team(s) including horizontals third parties and shared services.
- Agree any divergence from the Enterprise Architecture standard for tactical business reasons with the relevant Enterprise Architect and ensure thisis changecontrolled and any ensuing technical debt is captured in the Product backlog/roadmap.
- Provide advice and guidance to the Portfolio Technical Lead and development team(s) throughout the construction and testing of the product to ensure that the solution remains true to the Design.
- Recommend alternative approaches if specific difficulties are encountered which require modification of the design or where an alternative approach may be more efficient.
- Review designs and the developed solution at key points during the project to ensure that the integrity of the end-to-end integrated design has been maintained.
- Define integration architecture betweenHR platformand downstream systems (Payroll Finance Identity Management etc.).
- Oversee API usage middleware patterns and data exchange protocols.
- Ensure compliance with security GDPR andorganisationaldata governance policies.
- Providedirectionson reporting architecture.
- Adviseontestingnon-functional operational and technical requirements review results and assist withanalysingand resolving defects where required
- Act as the primary technical advisor to HR leadership programme sponsors and IT executives.
- Facilitate design workshops solution walkthroughs and decision-making forums.
- Experience of at least two large transformation programmes specifically within HR Transformations.
- Deep knowledge of data migrations or integrations standards and tools.
- Proven experience defining target operating models solution blueprints and integration architectures
- Experience working on large-scale HR transformation programmes ideally across multiple geographies.
- Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles and SaaS implementation best practices.
- Ability to balance standardisation with business-specific requirements.
- Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive consensus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
It would be great if you also have:
- Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies.
Where your brilliance can take you:
At Boots your career growth is a priority. As aSolution Architect you will have the opportunity to expand your expertise in data integrations and cloud architecture while influencing key business decisions. With a commitment to continuous learning and development you can explore pathways into senior leadership roles or specialised positions within our technology team shaping the future of HR transformation at Boots.
Rewards designed for you:
- Boots Retirement Savings Plan
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Generous employee discounts
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
- Flexible benefits schemeincluding option to buy additional holiday discounted gym membership life assurance activity passes and much more.
- Access to free 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health our Employee Assistance Programme.
Theres lots more in our benefits and discounts MyBoosts there to give you that little lift in your everyday. Find out more at Exclusions may apply; eligible roles only. Please note that any salary estimates provided on third-party sites are not endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.
A bit about us:
At Boots were proud to be an equal opportunity employer creating a place where everyone feels welcome supported and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included they thrive so were committed to creating a brilliant Boots for our people so they can make a difference for our customers and colleagues every time.
Whats next
If you apply our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. Where a role is advertised as full-time we are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.
Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Be brilliant with Boots.
Keywords
Solution Architect HR Transformation
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