IT Solutions Architect

ZipRecruiter; Skipton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled IT Solutions Architect to lead their cloud transformation journey. This role involves migrating infrastructure to Microsoft Azure and driving innovation in IT solutions. Collaborating with senior stakeholders, you will translate business needs into technical designs while ensuring architectural governance. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a background in cloud security, with opportunities for career progression and a supportive work environment. Join this dynamic team to make a significant impact in the evolving IT landscape.

Benefits

Learning Opportunities

Career Progression

Collaborative Work Environment

Generous Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering complex enterprise solutions using Microsoft Azure.
• Strong knowledge of cloud security and governance.

Responsibilities

• Translate business requirements into high-level designs for technology solutions.
• Provide architectural governance and assurance throughout the project process.

Skills

Microsoft Azure

Cloud Security

Agile Methodologies

DevOps Tools

Communication Skills

Education

Cloud Architecture Certification

TOGAF Certification

Tools

Azure DevOps

Git

Job description

Job Description

WRK digital are thrilled to be partnered with Skipton Building Society supporting the growth of their cloud engineering and architecture functions. As their Cloud Transformation journey continues, they are recruiting an IT Solutions Architect to join their thriving team!

You will be leading the way in migrating their infrastructure to Microsoft Azure, driving innovation, and shaping the future of their IT landscape.

This is a great opportunity to utilise your technical expertise and collaborative spirit to make a real impact!

As IT Solutions Architect, you will be responsible for:

• Working with senior stakeholders, translating business requirements into high level designs for technology solutions across our application and data domains.
• Working closely with delivery and technical leads, project managers and development & engineering teams to provide technical guidance and decision making.
• Providing architectural governance and assurance throughout the project process.
• Bridging the gap between the technical and non-technical. Speak on behalf of technical teams and facilitate relationships with stakeholders.

As IT Solutions Architect, you will have:

• Experience in a technical role such as a Cloud or Infrastructure Solutions Architect and have delivered complex and large-scale enterprise solutions using Microsoft Azure technologies.
• A strong knowledge of cloud security, governance, and compliance ideally (but not essentially) within a financial services domain.
• Solid experience of working with agile methodologies and DevOps tools (such as Azure DevOps, Git, etc.)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels are essential to the role.
• A relevant certification or qualification in cloud architecture would be desirable (such as TOGAF or Azure Solutions Architect).

What They Offer:

• Learning Opportunities: Access to training, workshops, and professional development courses to enhance your skills and knowledge. Dedicated learning and development time.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for advancement within the organization based on performance, skills, and dedication.
• Collaborative Work Environment: Be part of a supportive and collaborative team where your contributions are valued and recognized.
• A generous benefits package including health, lifestyle, monetary and wellbeing perks.

If this sounds of interest, please click apply or email Gareth Squires at [e-mail] for more information.