Solutions Architect - Digital Transformation

at  Affinity Water

Affinity Water the UK’s largest water only company are looking for a Solutions Architect with extensive experience in designing and delivering modern systems to support our Digital Transformation Programme. You will join the Data & Architecture team, collaborating closely with Engineers, Business Analysts, Architects, and Developers to create scalable business solutions.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 5+ years in technology solutions within an architectural framework.
• Ability to translate business requirements into solution designs.
• Experience designing enterprise-grade solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, engaging up to C-Level.
• Proven experience delivering scalable, secure solutions on time and within budget.
• Knowledge of common architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
• Experience with a public cloud platform, preferably AWS.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Agile development environment experience.

• Architectural Leadership: Set standards and patterns, ensuring system development aligns with business demands and technology standards.
• Solution Design: Translate business and technical requirements into effective architectural blueprints, ensuring solutions meet business needs.
• Documentation: Develop and present architectural artefacts and options to stakeholders. Document standards, designs, and models.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks, challenge existing solutions, and recommend improvements.
• Continual Learning: Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies. Train and develop Engineers on new trends.