Enterprise Architect

Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We’re also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1.We’ve been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023.As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We’re focused on our core values; using these we’ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally.Key facts about Version 1 include:UK & Ireland’s premier Oracle, Microsoft & AWS partnerMarket leader in Oracle ERP and Cloud ApplicationsConsulting, implementation, and support services3400+ strong, €347m/£302m revenue businessERP Partner of the Year & 10 years as GPTW to work in Ireland & UKJob DescriptionThe successful candidate will be responsible for shaping digital strategy for medium and large organisations in the Public & Private sector. Key responsibilities include:Define Digital strategies and solutions for a range of customer and prospect requirements and use cases.Develop digital architectures across multiple technology platforms and contexts depending on the client needsInitiate, support and lead pre-sales discussions with clients and internal stakeholdersWork with business users to elicit requirements & develop design specificationsLead and Contribute to bid responses and proposalsInteract and advise C-Suite level clients how IT can deliver business benefit to their organisationsCreate enterprise and solution architecture designs and documentation for new and existing systems focusing on digital technologiesEstablish and maintain strong relationships with business and technical stakeholdersContribute to organisational thought leadership, strategy and technology initiatives in areas of enterprise solution transformation and modernisation.Provide best-practice architectural principles and governance guidance both for customer projects and across the wider organisation.Introduce technology trends and drive innovation in technology and solution delivery strategies across the wider organisationIdentifying, evaluating and recommending technology, product solutions and servicesQualificationsThe ideal candidate will have:10+ years of experience in information technology7+ years experience in Enterprise Architect role in a busy IT environmentExcellent communication and influencing skills with a range of internal and external stakeholders at all levelsStrong written and verbal presentation skillsPrevious experience with a client-facing consultancy with significant pre-sales client exposureKnowledge of modern development, cloud and integration design patterns and architecturesPrevious experience in defining and delivering enterprise change and transformation programmes using technology.Additional InformationAt Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability. This includes:Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share SchemeStrong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemesFlexible/remote workingFinancial Wellbeing initiatives including Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, and an Employee Discount schemeEmployee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, and an Employee Assistance ProgrammeEducational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red HatReward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & ‘Call-Out’ platformEnvironment, Social and Community First initiatives #J-18808-Ljbffr