Enterprise Integration Architect

The AA – the nation’s leading motoring organisation – is hiring an Enterprise Integration Architect in Basingstoke (hybrid working: 3 office days per week). This permanent, full‑time role offers an annual bonus, cash‑car allowance and private medical insurance. Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again. For over a century, the AA has evolved and adapted, growing from roadside assistance to a wide range of products and services, including home and motor insurance and the latest driving technologies. As we expand, diversify and modernise, you will play a crucial role in our success as an Enterprise Integration Architect, shaping and delivering the enterprise integration strategy and ensuring our systems are seamlessly connected, resilient and future‑ready. Responsibilities Define and evolve the enterprise integration strategy, aligning it with long‑term business transformation goals and modern architectural principles such as API‑first and cloud‑native. Design and implement scalable integration frameworks, including API gateways, ESBs, messaging platforms, and event‑driven solutions across hybrid environments. Lead the development of integration roadmaps, transitioning from legacy systems to future‑fit platforms while ensuring resilience, scalability and cost‑effectiveness. Collaborate with senior stakeholders, including the CIO and Heads of IT, to identify strategic opportunities for integration innovation and operational excellence. Establish and govern architecture standards, ensuring compliance with security, performance and sustainability requirements across all integration solutions. Promote shared integration services and reusable patterns, reducing duplication and optimising delivery across the enterprise. Qualifications Proven experience with enterprise integration technologies, ideally TIBCO or equivalent platforms, within large‑scale environments. Strong technical background in application and platform architecture, with hands‑on experience across hybrid and legacy systems. Demonstrated ability to modernise legacy platforms, integrating them into scalable, future‑fit solutions. Practical knowledge of integration tools and patterns, including API management, ESBs, message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ) and event‑driven architecture. Familiarity with automation and orchestration tools such as Azure Logic Apps, Power Automate and CI/CD pipelines, alongside robust API security practices. Relevant certifications (e.g., MuleSoft, Azure, Dell Boomi) and ideally TOGAF Level 2, with a degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering or equivalent experience. Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a holiday buying scheme Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more Company‑funded life assurance Diverse learning and development opportunities to support your career progression Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change. #J-18808-Ljbffr