Enterprise Technology Architect

Join to apply for the Enterprise Technology Architect role at The AA.Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application.3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants.Company DescriptionThe AA is the nation's leading motoring organisation, offering a wide range of products and services from roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies. For over a century, we have been evolving and adapting and are in the process of expanding, diversifying, and modernising. We offer a hybrid working model in London, 3 office days per week. This is a permanent, full‑time role. Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again.Job OverviewAre you a strategic thinker with deep cloud expertise and a pragmatic mindset? We’re looking for an Enterprise Technology Architect to lead the design and assurance of our core technology platforms, including Cloud, Infrastructure, Networking, and End User Compute, ensuring they are resilient by design, commercially appropriate, and future‑fit.In this high‑impact role, you’ll partner with senior leaders across the business to shape and deliver enterprise‑wide architecture strategies. You’ll define actionable roadmaps, drive innovation across hybrid environments, and ensure our infrastructure investments support both operational excellence and long‑term transformation goals.ResponsibilitiesDefine and evolve enterprise infrastructure strategy, aligning with business transformation goals and emerging trends like hybrid cloud and automation.Lead the design and deployment of scalable infrastructure platforms across cloud and on‑prem environments, ensuring resilience, performance, and cost effectiveness.Collaborate with senior stakeholders to identify opportunities for innovation and operational improvement across core technology domains.Govern architecture standards and principles, ensuring compliance with security, sustainability, and performance requirements.Promote shared infrastructure services and reusable patterns to optimise delivery and reduce duplication.Maintain architectural oversight through review boards and design authorities, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.QualificationsCloud expertise: strong experience with Microsoft Azure and broader cloud platforms (e.g., AWS), including infrastructure‑as‑code and automation tools.Architecture leadership: demonstrable experience within enterprise architecture roles with a proven ability to think strategically and deliver complex solutions.Infrastructure depth: hands‑on knowledge of compute, storage, networking, virtualisation, and containerisation technologies.Regulated or large‑scale business experience: experience in regulated industries is ideal but not essential; large enterprise exposure is a must.Pragmatic mindset: outcome‑focused, solution‑oriented, and grounded in real‑world delivery.Certifications & education: relevant cloud/infrastructure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Professional), TOGAF Level 2 desirable, and a degree in IT, Engineering, or related discipline.Benefits25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + 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 progress in your career.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. xpwpeyx We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.#J-18808-Ljbffr