Managing Architect

OverviewJoin to apply for the Managing Architect role at Aker Systems.Aker Systems builds and operates ground-breaking, ultra-secure, high performance, cloud-based data infrastructure for the enterprise. Our proprietary technology solutions drive performance and reduce costs while helping our clients to improve the management and sharing of data across their organisations.Aker Systems was founded in 2017 and has received industry recognition and growth milestones, including awards and strategic investment to support ongoing expansion. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive, supportive place for you to do your very best work.As Managing Architect, you will be passionate about digital, data and technology-led transformation, unlocking innovation for our clients, and providing leadership throughout client engagements. The applicant who possesses knowledge and experience of the Utilities Sector in the U.K. is strongly preferred. A UK Government Security Check (SC) clearance is required for this role. If you don’t hold SC clearance, we will support you to apply assuming you have lived and worked in the UK for a minimum of 5 years.Duties & ResponsibilitiesDuties & ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership: Part of the client leadership team as the Client CTO for assigned projects/services, supporting the Client Delivery Director, Client Account Director and the delivery team to ensure we deliver against all client deliverables and payment milestones.Lead Architect: Lead solution, data, cloud, service and security architects/engineers during design and delivery projects and services, and responsible for delivering design documents and other key artefacts to support governance and delivery.Senior Influencer: Demonstrate leadership and the ability to influence through excellent communication skills. Collaborate effectively and seek innovative solutions for clients’ problems.Team-Focused: Build effective working relationships with delivery teams and customers; operate as the technical lead across multiple projects and platforms; mentor less-experienced client team members as required.Capability and Growth: Contribute to future success by helping develop capabilities and supporting other functions such as Sales and Product; help grow existing accounts.Essential Experience and CompetenciesEssential Experience and CompetenciesDelivery: Designing and delivering platforms and managed services at enterprise scale, including bespoke software solutions, particularly in streaming and cloud-native solutions.Data Platforms: Designing modern data platforms with coverage of Data Mesh, Data Fabric, Data Lake, etc.Data/Analytics: Solving enterprise data and analytics problems using technology.Cloud: Hands-on public cloud experience (AWS/Azure/Google) and DevOps-oriented approaches.Security: Experience in sensitive data environments and collaboration with cyber security specialists.The successful candidate will meet all of the following essential criteriaEssential CriteriaDemonstrable experience in designing large-scale cloud migration projects/programmes with open source and commercial software within AWS, Azure, GCP or hybrid.Experience operating within a multi-disciplined team and communicating complex technology solutions to technical and non-technical audiences.Experience designing event processing and async messaging architectures.Experience applying latest technologies to solve complex problems and develop innovative data and analytical solutions.Working knowledge of cloud orchestration and containerisation technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.Working knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD and Infrastructure-as-Code.Understanding of NCSC Cloud Security Principles and practical implementations.Aker Systems AttributesAt Aker we work as a team. We are collaborative, hardworking, open, and delivery-focused. There is no blame culture: try things and take responsibility for outcomes. We are committed to equality and diversity and provide an inclusive environment.BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays), Company Paid Medical Insurance, Life Assurance (4x basic salary), Pension scheme, Perks at Work, Cycle Scheme, Tech Scheme and Season Ticket Loan, plus additional voluntary benefits such as Dental Insurance, Critical Illness cover, and Virtual GP access.EEO StatementAker Systems fosters a diverse environment and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people regardless of race, religion, gender or sexual orientation, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, veteran status or other personal characteristics. We value differences of opinion and diversity to drive innovative solutions.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesSoftware DevelopmentLondon, England, United Kingdom — Updated periodically #J-18808-Ljbffr