Senior IT Strategy Consultant & Solution Architect (Legacy Modernization) at Talan

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legacy Modernization, Solution Architecture, IT Strategy, Cloud Native, AWS, Azure, Microsoft Entra ID, Power Platform, Refactoring, Re-platforming, Stakeholder Management, AS-IS/TO-BE Analysis, Technical Debt Assessment, Agile, Scrum, Polish Language

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Company Description Talan – Positive Innovation Talan is an international consulting group specializing in innovation and business transformation through technology. With over 7,200 consultants in 21 countries and a turnover of €850M, we are committed to delivering impactful, future-ready solutions. Talan at a Glance Headquartered in Paris and operating globally, Talan combines technology, innovation, and empowerment to deliver measurable results for our clients. Over the past 22 years, we’ve built a strong presence in the IT and consulting landscape, and we’re on track to reach €1 billion in revenue this year. Our Core Areas of Expertise Data & Technologies: We design and implement large-scale, end-to-end architecture and data solutions, including data integration, data science, visualization, Big Data, AI, and Generative AI. Cloud & Application Services: We integrate leading platforms such as SAP, Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft, AWS, and IBM Maximo, helping clients transition to the cloud and improve operational efficiency. Management & Innovation Consulting: We lead business and digital transformation initiatives through project and change management best practices (PM, PMO, Agile, Scrum, Product Ownership), and support domains such as Supply Chain, Cybersecurity, and ESG/Low-Carbon strategies. We work with major global clients across diverse sectors, including Transport & Logistics, Financial Services, Energy & Utilities, Retail, and Media & Telecommunications. Job Description We are seeking a highly experienced IT Strategy Consultant / Solution Architect to lead the discovery, mapping, and modernization strategy for a complex, 20+ year-old legacy system. This role acts as the critical bridge between business objectives and technical execution, guiding a team of 2 developers toward a scalable, cloud-native future. Key Details Format: Hybrid (Intensive onsite workshops in Warsaw + remote online consultations). Engagement: Flexible staff-augmentation (Part-time weekly hours + dedicated workshop days). Team: Working alongside 2 Developers. Languages: Full professional fluency in Polish and English is mandatory. Core Responsibilities 1. Legacy Discovery & System Mapping Lead "archaeological" mapping of complex IT environments with limited or no existing documentation. Identify core modules, dependencies, and architectural constraints of systems over 20 years old. Clearly articulate risks, technical debt, and limitations of the current landscape. 2. Business Architecture & Requirements Facilitate stakeholder interviews and workshops to elicit functional and non-functional requirements. Perform AS-IS / TO-BE process analysis. Translate high-level business needs into actionable technical roadmaps. 3. Target Architecture & Cloud Advisory Design a modern replacement concept for a multi-module application. Ensure all designs comply with corporate Governance & Compliance standards. Define integration strategies and remove existing performance bottlenecks. 4. Modernization Strategy & Documentation Recommend pragmatic migration paths (e.g., Re-platforming, Refactoring) tailored to business priorities. Deliver high-quality architectural blueprints, system maps, and decision logs. Ensure knowledge transfer to client teams to prevent future information silos. Qualifications Technical & Professional Requirements Cloud Expertise: Proven experience with AWS (including database services), Azure, and Microsoft Entra ID authentication. Modern Tech Stack: Familiarity with Power Platform and AI-driven capabilities to drive innovation. Workshop Facilitation: Proven ability to lead 1–2 day high-impact onsite sessions in Warsaw, driving decision-making among senior stakeholders. The "Bridge" Skillset: Exceptional ability to translate complex technical concepts for business audiences and vice versa. Experience: Significant track record in legacy modernization projects for large-scale enterprise systems. Additional Information Hybrid position based in Warsaw, Poland Contract Type: Long term contract

Responsibilities

The consultant will lead the discovery and mapping of a complex, 20-year-old legacy system, identifying constraints and risks, while also facilitating stakeholder workshops to define functional and non-functional requirements. Key duties include designing a modern replacement concept, defining integration strategies, and recommending pragmatic migration paths like Re-platforming or Refactoring.