Solution Architect - Web/Mobile (Digital Channels)

Solution Architect (Digital Channels):

Responsibilities

• Strategy Execution
  • Identify a variety of solution options and drive a collaborative process to engage stakeholders to analyse the pros/cons and implications of each option, and decide on the right option to proceed with.
  • Develop potential solutions based on existing systems, new commercial off-the-shelf or custom developed solutions as appropriate, integrating with third party systems using established integration patterns.
  • Alignment with architectural roadmaps across broader Strategic client's programs
  • Develop the solution architecture deliverable and guide high level detailed design undertaken by Solution Design / Application Architecture resources & other SMEs.
  • Contribute to cost estimations.
  • Review other project deliverables such as detailed design, interface specifications, test strategy, etc.
  • Ensure the Program and Solution Architectures are developed in accordance with the Enterprise Technology Architecture governance processes and are aligned to all information Technology standards including data and security, to ensure timely, auditable review and decision-making on technology choices
• Leadership & Organisation
  • Proactively foster and contribute to a high-performing team environment.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement for the architecture practice.
  • Act as a champion to drive value delivery (for assigned programs/projects) for Bupa and our customers.

Qualifications, Training and Experience
• Experience with large scale corporate infrastructure & systems.
• Proven experience in at least one of the following topics: digital strategy, modern architectural practices, business transformation, modernization & optimisation
• Demonstrated ability in working through organisational complexity with pace.
• Working experience as a solution architect in a large and complex environment delivering large programs of work, particularly with top-to-bottom stakeholder management and communications.
• Experience with one or more Architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF)
• In-depth knowledge of Agile ways of working, LEAN, Human Centred Design, and supporting processes, principles and design capabilities.
• Demonstrated grasp of Architecture techniques and ability to work effectively with senior business stakeholders and initiative owners.
• Commercial acumen in the context of business growth, with an understanding of technology strategies relative to commercial risk and reward (e.g. build vs buy vs partner etc.)
• Experience working within matrix structures, with demonstrated ability to broker outcomes effectively and collaboratively with colleagues and peers.
• Experience in working within an organisation undergoing considerable rapid change in its business strategy and operating model
• Strong situational analysis and decision-making abilities