Director of Solution Delivery

AllPoints Fibre Networks Limited; Reading; Hybride; GBP 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Wellbeing package

Private medical insurance (Bupa)

30 days annual leave (pro rata)

Résumé du poste

AllPoints Fibre Networks (APFN) seeks a Director of Solution Delivery to steer software delivery, architecture and enterprise application strategy. You will lead design teams translating business needs into deliverable backlogs, while championing agile practices and partner management across Salesforce, ServiceNow, aquila and billing systems.

You’ll shape the data strategy, governance framework and technology roadmap, evaluating AI and new architectures to maximise business value.

Qualifications

• Experienced technology leader with a strong background in software delivery, enterprise architecture and digital transformation.
• Proven success leading architecture, software engineering, solution delivery or technology functions within a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Commercially minded with the ability to balance delivery priorities, technology investment and business outcomes.
• Strategic thinker who can translate complex technical concepts into clear business value.
• Collaborative leader who develops high-performing teams and builds strong stakeholder relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• Passionate about customer experience, innovation, automation and continuous improvement.

Responsabilités

• Lead APFN's software delivery, solution architecture and enterprise application strategy.
• Define and implement enterprise architecture standards aligned to business goals and the wider technology strategy.
• Own the delivery of software solutions, ensuring requirements are understood, prioritised and delivered effectively.
• Chair the Architecture Review Board (ARB) and oversee governance of solution design and change initiatives.
• Lead solution design teams in translating business requirements into deliverable user stories and development backlogs.
• Drive adoption of Agile software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices and delivery excellence.
• Manage internal and third-party software development partners, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness and performance.
• Oversee software procurement, application selection, contract management and budget ownership.
• Champion automation, integration and optimisation across key platforms, including Salesforce, ServiceNow, aquila and billing systems.
• Establish software quality standards, testing frameworks and release management best practices.
• Define and deliver APFN's enterprise data strategy, governance framework and application roadmap.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI, machine learning and modern data architectures, to maximise business value.
• Provide leadership, direction and thought leadership across technology, product and business functions.

Connaissances

Enterprise Architecture

Solution Design

Software Delivery

Agile & SDLC

Technology Strategy

Data Governance

Vendor Management

Budget Ownership

Stakeholder Engagement

Release Management

Systems Integration

AI Adoption

Leadership

Telecom Standards

Snowflake

Databricks

Kafka

SQL/NoSQL

Outils

Snowflake

Databricks

Kafka

SQL/NoSQL

Description du poste

The Director of Solution Delivery at AllPoints Fibre Networks will lead the delivery of software solutions across the business, ensuring our technology strategy, enterprise architecture, and application landscape support our commercial objectives and customer experience ambitions. This role is accountable for building and leading a high-performing function responsible for solution architecture, software delivery, AI-enabled innovation, systems integration, data strategy, and the successful execution of our product roadmap. As a member of the Business Senior Leadership Team, you'll play a critical role in shaping how technology enables APFN to be easy to do business with and drives future growth.

AllPoints Fibre is revolutionising connectivity across the UK.

As a cutting-edge full fibre network wholesaler, we simplify access to high-speed broadband through a powerful, API-driven platform that unifies major networks.

Our agile platform, aquila, empowers service providers with seamless automation, real-time visibility, and rapid scalability, making it an exciting environment for professionals who thrive on innovation, efficiency, and delivering smarter digital solutions.

What you will be doing:

• Lead APFN's software delivery, solution architecture and enterprise application strategy.

• Define and implement enterprise architecture standards aligned to business goals and the wider technology strategy.

• Own the delivery of software solutions, ensuring requirements are understood, prioritised and delivered effectively.

• Chair the Architecture Review Board (ARB) and oversee governance of solution design and change initiatives.

• Lead solution design teams in translating business requirements into deliverable user stories and development backlogs.

• Drive adoption of Agile software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices and delivery excellence.

• Manage internal and third-party software development partners, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness and performance.

• Oversee software procurement, application selection, contract management and budget ownership.

• Champion automation, integration and optimisation across key platforms, including Salesforce, ServiceNow, aquila and billing systems.

• Establish software quality standards, testing frameworks and release management best practices.

• Define and deliver APFN's enterprise data strategy, governance framework and application roadmap.

• Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI, machine learning and modern data architectures, to maximise business value.

• Provide leadership, direction and thought leadership across technology, product and business functions.

About you:

• An experienced technology leader with a strong background in software delivery, enterprise architecture and digital transformation.

• Proven success leading architecture, software engineering, solution delivery or technology functions within a fast-paced, evolving environment.

• Commercially minded with the ability to balance delivery priorities, technology investment and business outcomes.

• A strategic thinker who can translate complex technical concepts into clear business value.

• A collaborative leader who develops high-performing teams and builds strong stakeholder relationships across all levels of an organisation.

• Passionate about customer experience, innovation, automation and continuous improvement.

Your Skills:

• Enterprise Architecture and Solution Design

• Software Delivery Leadership

• Agile and SDLC Methodologies

• Technology Strategy and Roadmap Development

• Data Strategy and Governance

• Vendor, Supplier and Contract Management

• Budget Ownership and Commercial Management

• Stakeholder Engagement and Executive Influence

• Software Testing, Quality Assurance and Release Management

• Systems Integration and Automation

• AI and Emerging Technology Adoption

• Strong communication, presentation and leadership skills

• Working knowledge of TM Forum standards and telecoms environments desirable

• Experience with modern data platforms and architectures advantageous (e.g. Snowflake, Databricks, Kafka, SQL/NoSQL)

The benefits at APFN...

At AllPoints Fibre Networks, we're all about looking after you. We offer an extensive wellbeing package that goes beyond the EAP. Your benefits will include Bupa private medical insurance and dental cover, income protection insurance, group life insurance and a health plan to help with day-to-day expenses such as eye care... we will even pay for you to get a massage!

Everyone needs a break now and then, right? That's why we start all our employees off with a generous 30 days' annual leave allowance (pro rata), plus bank holidays. And if you ever need some extra time off due to illness or parental leave, we've got enhanced leave plans in place to support you through that.

Additionally, we know how important it is to feel secure with your finances. That's why we have benefits dedicated to your financial wellbeing. You will be able to join our employer contributory pension and, in addition to income protection insurance and group life insurance, we offer cashback and voucher schemes to help cover living costs such as electricals and personal spending.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion...

At AllPoints Fibre, diversity makes us stronger. We're building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We're committed to:

• Fair pay and equal opportunities for all

• Investing in future talent with our apprenticeship scheme and mentorship programmes

• Ensuring every employee completes Equality, Diversity & Inclusion training

• Creating a culture where every voice is heard and everyone has the opportunity to grow

About us:

At AllPoints Fibre Networks (APFN), we make access to the UK's full fibre rollout seamless, scalable, and seriously stress-free. We're a customer-first, future-ready network wholesaler, empowering our partners with a frictionless route to the largest full fibre footprint in the UK.

We're a team that values curiosity, ambition, and a get-things-done attitude. We're fast-paced but supportive, serious about what we do but never take ourselves too seriously. Whether you're collaborating across teams, solving complex challenges, or celebrating success, you'll find an environment where you can flourish and make a real impact.

Next Steps

Our recruitment process will typically include:

1. Initial screening call with our Talent Acquisition Team.

2. Interview with the hiring manager and key stakeholders.

3. Online psychometric assessment.

4. Face to face interview with members of our leadership team.

If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know in your application or contact us directly so we can discuss how best to support you.