Senior IT Strategy Consultant & Solution Architect (Legacy Modernization)

Talan Group; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 280,000 - 520,000; Part time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Senior IT Strategy Consultant & Solution Architect in Warsaw to guide the modernization of complex legacy systems. This hybrid role involves leading a small team and working closely with stakeholders to align technical execution with business objectives. Candidates must have proven cloud expertise, workshop facilitation skills, and significant experience in legacy modernization projects. Fluency in Polish and English is required for effective communication with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cloud services, including AWS and Azure.
• Familiarity with AI-driven capabilities to drive innovation.
• Ability to facilitate high-impact workshops in Warsaw.
• Ability to translate complex tech for business audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead mapping of complex legacy systems with limited documentation.
• Facilitate stakeholder interviews to identify requirements.
• Design modern replacement concepts for applications.

Skills

Cloud Expertise

Workshop Facilitation

Modern Tech Stack

Bridge Skillset

Legacy Modernization Experience

AI capabilities

Workshop Facilitation

Bridge between business and tech

Legacy modernization

Tools

AWS

Azure

Microsoft Entra ID

Power Platform

Job description

Senior IT Strategy Consultant & Solution Architect (Legacy Modernization)

Talan is an international consulting group specializing in innovation and business transformation through technology. With over 7,200 consultantsin 21 countriesand a turnover of €850M, we are committed to delivering impactful, future-ready solutions.

Talan at a Glance

Headquartered in Paris and operating globally, Talan combines technology, innovation, and empowermentto deliver measurable results for our clients. Over the past 22 years, we’ve built a strong presence in the IT and consulting landscape, and we’re on track to reach €1 billion in revenuethis year.

Our Core Areas of Expertise

• Data & Technologies:We design and implement large-scale, end-to-end architecture and data solutions, including data integration, data science, visualization, Big Data, AI, and Generative AI.
• Cloud & Application Services:We integrate leading platforms such as SAP, Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft, AWS, and IBM Maximo, helping clients transition to the cloud and improve operational efficiency.
• Management & Innovation Consulting:We lead business and digital transformation initiatives through project and change management best practices (PM, PMO, Agile, Scrum, Product Ownership), and support domains such as Supply Chain, Cybersecurity, and ESG/Low-Carbon strategies.

We work with major global clients across diverse sectors, including Transport & Logistics, Financial Services, Energy & Utilities, Retail, and Media & Telecommunications.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced IT Strategy Consultant / Solution Architectto lead the discovery, mapping, and modernization strategy for a complex, 20+ year-old legacy system. This role acts as the critical bridge between business objectives and technical execution, guiding a team of 2 developers toward a scalable, cloud-native future.

Format:Hybrid (Intensive onsite workshops in Warsaw + remote online consultations).

Engagement:Flexible staff-augmentation (Part-time weekly hours + dedicated workshop days).

Team:Working alongside 2 Developers.

Languages:Full professional fluency in Polish and English is mandatory.

Core Responsibilities

1. Legacy Discovery & System Mapping

   Lead "archaeological" mapping of complex IT environments with limited or no existing documentation.

   Identify core modules, dependencies, and architectural constraints of systems over 20 years old.

   Clearly articulate risks, technical debt, and limitations of the current landscape.

2. Business Architecture & Requirements

   Facilitate stakeholder interviews and workshops to elicit functional and non-functional requirements.

   Perform AS-IS / TO-BE process analysis.

   Translate high-level business needs into actionable technical roadmaps.

3. Target Architecture & Cloud Advisory

   Design a modern replacement concept for a multi-module application.

   Ensure all designs comply with corporate Governance & Compliance standards.

   Define integration strategies and remove existing performance bottlenecks.

   Recommend pragmatic migration paths (e.g., Re-platforming, Refactoring) tailored to business priorities.

   Deliver high-quality architectural blueprints, system maps, and decision logs.

   Ensure knowledge transfer to client teams to prevent future information silos.

Qualifications

Technical & Professional Requirements

• Cloud Expertise:Proven experience with AWS(including database services),Azure, andMicrosoft Entra ID authentication.
• Modern Tech Stack:Familiarity withPower PlatformandAI-driven capabilitiesto drive innovation.
• Workshop Facilitation:Proven ability to lead 1–2 day high-impact onsite sessions in Warsaw, driving decision-making among senior stakeholders.
• The "Bridge" Skillset:Exceptional ability to translate complex technical concepts for business audiences and vice versa.
• Experience:Significant track record in legacy modernization projects for large-scale enterprise systems.