Enterprise Solutions Architect

Enterprise Solutions Architect – XeroxWant to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.Join to apply for the Enterprise Solutions Architect role at Xerox.About XeroxFor more than 100 years, Xerox has continually redefined the workplace experience. Harnessing our leadership position in office and production print technology, we’ve expanded into software and services to sustainably power the hybrid workplace of today and tomorrow. Xerox continues its legacy of innovation to deliver client‑centric and digitally‑driven technology solutions that meet the needs of today’s global, distributed workforce.Job SummaryAs part of our continued expansion, Xerox IT Services requires an Enterprise Solutions Architect to join our IT Solution Design team engaged UK wide with clients on IT strategy, architectures, design, and deployment & service methods. The primary focus of our Enterprise Solutions Architects (ESAs) is that of strategic visionary, analyzing current IT landscapes, identifying areas for improvement, and creating roadmaps for future development. Our ESAs bridge the gap between clients’ business needs and IT solutions, ensuring technology is scalable, sustainable, and cost‑effective. The ESA will also play a crucial role in contributing and evolving Xerox’s own IT architecture practice, working closely with our Subject Matter Experts to ensure constant innovation & best practice for clients.Main DutiesStrategy Alignment: Ensure our clients’ IT strategy and infrastructure directly support and enable business goals and vision.Technology Roadmapping: Develop long‑term technical roadmaps that guide the evolution of the enterprise architecture.Architecture Design: Oversee the design and implementation of technology frameworks across infrastructure, data, systems, and security.Process Improvement: Advise on business processes and IT systems to identify opportunities for optimization, increased flexibility, and cost reduction.Risk Management: Balance competing concerns such as cost, technical advancement, and future agility, and work to avoid technical debt.Future Vision: Forecast industry trends and integrate applicable technologies to create strategic advantages.Ensure a robust process and governance are in place for IT strategy alignment, architecture definition and technology roadmapping.Drive the creation and maintenance of IT strategy, architectures and roadmaps.Include technology, systems, and data in all plans.Work closely with the client’s CISO (or equivalent) to build in appropriate cyber security controls and protection to all designs and plans.Act as a Quality Assurance gate for architectural matters within project development, e.g., around low‑level design.Support the Programme Office in prioritisation and scheduling reviews.Deliver benefit realisation reports for strategic IT initiatives.RequirementsExcellent understanding of IT strategy formation and realisation principles.Practical knowledge of current IT infrastructures, systems and data methods deployed in mid‑market and enterprise‑scale businesses.Proficient in designing solutions involving: Hybrid Cloud, AI, SASE networks, Modern Workplace, DRaaS, Automation, CE+/NIST level security, Big Data.Able to work under pressure to demanding deadlines.Team worker with a “can do” attitude and ability to build effective business relationships.Excellent customer facing, communication, interpersonal and presentation skills with strong written communication abilities.Strong analytical, logical and troubleshooting skills.ExperienceAt least seven years’ experience working in a customer facing IT environment, with at least three years as a senior IT architect.QualificationsDegree level education in an IT specialisation. xpwpeyx TOGAF or equivalent certification.Seniority levelMid‑Senior levelEmployment typeFull‑timeJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting, Software Development, and Retail Office Equipment