Head of Architecture
Head of Architecture - £90k + Bens – London *Brand New*
Skills:
Head of Architecture / Enterprise Level Architecture, managing architect teams across development of future Enterprise Architecture and Product Architecure according to strategic aims, experienced with Media/Print Processes, across high web traffic environments, at the cutting edge of technology. Definition of frameworks methodologies and procedures, implementing integration, development and strategic planning. Software and methodology independent, a passion for technology, and a visionary in the technical architecture field.
The role:
This is a very exciting and challenging yet rewarding position; working with one of the most recognisable brands in their sector. They are constantly looking to innovate in the way that they use technology and there is constant investment and innovation in the way technology is used within the business.
You will be responsible for leading a team of architects across areas of technical, solution, data and security, for projects that are both challenging (with immovable deadlines) and immensely rewarding!
Responsibilities:
More specifically, the role will see you play a key role in the future development and direction of both enterprise architecture and product architecture in alignment with the strategic aims of the business; including definition of frameworks, methodologies, procedures, integration, strategic planning and implementation. As such, you should have a solid background within the technology field, and exposure to a wide variety of technologies allowing you to identify and design the best solutions.
Your background should include experience at enterprise level to EA, Media Publishing Systems/Processes IT and/or eCommerce; coupled with the ability to lead senior teams, create solutions to complex problems and work as a visionary (identifying and capitalising on technology breakthroughs).
What’s in it for you?
There is an excellent package on offer for the right candidates in that you will receive a salary circa
£90k + and an excellent benefits package. And to be honest, the real opportunity here are the projects and the fact that you will be working with some of the most gifted, passionate people within the IT/Technology sector.
Should have excellent competency in a range of the following:
· Experience as Head of Architecture leading teams across enterprise level projects
· Recent commercial experience working within Media/Print Production Systems
- Strong understanding / knowledge of working with large scale web platforms
- Understands the requirements of a high-volume, high traffic and high performance consumer facing businesses
- Experience across a number of core business systems (such as HR, Finance, Web, etc)
- Strong understanding of integration approaches (ESB, Middleware, Web Services, etc)
- Salesforce / Force.com knowledge is highly advantageous
- Previous experience across CMS, CRM and/or Data Warehouse solutions
- Excellent technical background and full understanding of various web technologies (such as SEO, SEM, Web Analytics)
- Methodology independent (Agile, Waterfall, etc) across the full SDLC
- Knowledge of infrastructure systems (Unix/Linux, Windows, Virtualisation, etc)
- Solid grasp of technical development languages (Java, .Net, LAMP, etc)
Head of Architecture,
Contact us asap as interest is high and interviews are being arranged!
Commutable from:
London, Greater London, North London, East London, South London, West London
Head of Architecture - £90k + Bens – London *Brand New*