Role Purpose Context

A new Business Area (Solutions & Engagement) has been created within the CIO organisation with responsibility for IT architecture, PMO and Business Engagement.

There is an opening within the Solution Architecture group for an IT solution architect. The candidate will expected to work on a diverse range of projects for the various lines of business within Eir. In addition to working with the requirement owner you will be expected to liaise with business analysts, subject matter experts, developers, IT security and other solution architects in order to come up with fit for purpose solutions.

The candidate should have knowledge and experience designing solutions / architectures that comprise multiple technologies and integration patterns. In addition, the candidate is expected to be familiar with the software development lifecycle, integration methodologies, web, db and modern software application architecture, software development methodologies such as waterfall, agile etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and cost technology solutions that meet business requirements across the Consumer, Business and Wholesale markets. Projects ranging from small IT changes to major transformation programmes.
• Design technology solutions that are compliant with target-state architecture models, minimise spend on heritage technologies while maintaining business continuity
• Work with vendors, development partners and internal Subject Matter Experts on the identification of cost-effective, fit for purpose and strategically aligned solutions.

Qualifications Competency Profile

• 3rd Level Degree in computer science, information systems, engineering or a related field preferred
• Solution design, solution architecture and the software development lifecycle.

Business Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Results Focus 
• Problem Solving 
• Innovation 
• Teamwork 
• Influencing & Winning Commitment 

Other Key Skills

• Track record in implementing solutions & architectures that have driven improvement in business performance.
• Self-starter with strong communication skills, capable of managing internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to deliver to deadlines.
• Able to explain complex technical issues in simple straightforward language.
• Demonstrated knowledge of technology standards: TMForum, ITIL, TOGAF, COBIT etc.