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Technical Architect

Job Posted: 22 days ago

Salary: £ 700 - 700 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Wokingham, Berkshire

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

Join Our Team as a Technical Architect!

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in transforming the energy sector? Our client, a leading organization in the Utilities industry, is on a mission to create a secure, resilient, and net-zero energy system. They are seeking a passionate and skilled Technical Architect to join their Strategy & Architecture team for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the world of energy management!

Role: Technical Architect

Duration: 6 Months 

Location: Wokingham (Hybrid 2 Day in Office)

Rate: £700 pd (umbrella) or £68,000 pa (PAYE)

Key Responsibilities:

As a Technical Architect, you will:

Architecture & Strategy

- Define and maintain the IT4IT architecture blueprint, focusing on Plan, Build, Deliver, and Run value streams.

- Translate business strategy and regulatory obligations into actionable architectural designs.

- Ensure alignment with Enterprise Architecture, Digital, Cyber, and Operational Technology.

Technical Design & Governance

- Design comprehensive IT management solutions, including service and portfolio management.

- Establish standards for ITSM, ITOM, and observability platforms.

- Oversee solution designs to ensure compliance with IT4IT principles and enterprise standards.

Integration & Tooling

- Architect integration patterns across IT4IT tooling and third-party services.

- Promote API-led and event-driven integration approaches for automation and real-time insights.

- Define implementation of roadmaps, bridging architecture and execution teams.

Stakeholder Engagement

- Collaborate with senior IT, Digital, Cyber, and Business leaders to shape roadmaps.

- Provide clear architectural guidance to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- Embed IT4IT concepts into organizational practices.

Continuous Improvement

- Measure and enhance IT management capabilities using maturity models.

- Identify opportunities for improved resilience and efficiency across the IT value chain.

About You:

We are looking for someone who possesses:

Essential Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Technical or Solution Architect in complex environments.
Strong knowledge of IT4IT reference architecture and IT service lifecycle management.
Familiarity with DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and modern application operations.
Experience in designing integrations across enterprise platforms using APIs.Desirable Qualifications:

Familiarity with frameworks like TOGAF, ITIL, and SAFe.
Understanding of cloud platforms and hybrid architectures.Personal Traits:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on technical details.
Pragmatic and outcome-focused, thriving in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. 

Why Join Us?

Impactful Work: Help shape the future of energy management.

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside talented professionals committed to excellence.

Flexible Working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid working model.

If you are excited about this opportunity to help drive a net-zero energy system, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of this transformative journey in the Utilities industry!

Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities' employer.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention

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