Head of Solution Architecture
Core
Lead a small team of Solution Architects to provide architecture services, system design, and technical strategy support to technology delivery teams.
Role type
Senior IC/Lead Solution Architect (Team Lead)
Builds
Complex, scalable technology solutions and enterprise-scale transformation programmes
Domain
Financial Services / Cloud & Infrastructure
Required skills
Solution Architecture, Architecture Governance, Design Authority Processes, Cloud Architecture, Hybrid Cloud Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning
Preferred skills
Azure, AI Platforms, DevOps, Infrastructure as Code, Microsoft 365, Nutanix, Dell Enterprise Storage, Cisco/Juniper Networking, Redhat Linux/OpenShift, Wintel Stacks, Financial Services Domain Knowledge
Technologies
Azure, AI Platforms, DevOps, Terraform, Kubernetes, Cisco, Juniper, Redhat, Microsoft 365, Nutanix, Dell, Wintel
Responsibilities
Manage resource pool and assignment of work from demand pipeline; Manage senior stakeholders' expectations and initiative timeframes; Support business and technical change through direct architecture support; Identify and act as escalation point for architecture issues; Develop and mentor the Solution Architecture team; Operate and design Solution Architecture governance processes; Work with Domain Architecture to ensure aligned capabilities; Participate in global governance and Architecture communities; Contribute to annual project delivery and technology planning.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
