IT Architect

IT Architect

Reading | Hybrid - Central Reading – minimum 2 days per week in the office

Permanent

Shape technology strategy. Enable business outcomes.

We’re looking for an experienced IT Architect to join MBNL’s Technology & Information team, working across technology, transformation, suppliers and business stakeholders to ensure solutions are secure, scalable, cost-effective and aligned to business strategy.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting enterprise, solution and technology architecture across business, application, data and technology
• Developing architecture principles, standards and governance
• Providing architecture assurance and challenging solution designs
• Supporting technology strategy, roadmaps and investment decisions
• Assessing technology options, risks, costs and business value
• Working with suppliers and outsourced delivery partners
• Partnering with Cyber Security, Data, Digital, Operations and Delivery teams
• Presenting recommendations and influencing senior stakeholders
• Identifying opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement

What we’re looking for

• Experience in Enterprise, Solution or Technology Architecture
• Strong knowledge of cloud, APIs, integration, data and modern technology patterns
• Experience with architecture governance and technical assurance
• Strong stakeholder, influencing and communication skills
• Experience working with suppliers and complex delivery environments

Desirable: TOGAF/BCS or equivalent, cloud certifications, ITIL/security qualifications, and experience in telecoms, OSS/BSS, infrastructure or network operations.