Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Platform/Business Architect to lead architecture initiatives within a key platform programme for a prominent UK organization. In this role, you will bridge the gap between business needs and technological solutions, ensuring that architecture aligns with strategic goals while managing stakeholder relationships and guiding technical decision-making. The position allows for remote work with occasional travel as needed.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Business Analysts to refine and validate business requirements and user journeys.
- Map the platform's interactions with broader business capabilities, systems, data, and processes.
- Translate business needs into precise architectural requirements and options.
- Define and evolve the target operating model and platform architecture following enterprise standards.
- Identify integration points and dependencies, while assessing gaps and associated risks.
- Evaluate solution designs and supplier proposals, providing informed recommendations.
- Engage with senior stakeholders regarding architectural direction and decisions.
- Support the transition to the target state and facilitate the handover to BAU architecture and support teams.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Senior Platform Architect or Business Architect, ideally in both domains.
- Track record of shaping complex business and technology transformation programmes from inception to delivery.
- Strong comprehension of business capabilities, processes, platforms, data, and integration.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively across business and technical teams.
- Experience with complex SaaS, cloud, and enterprise environments.
- Familiarity with Salesforce, Azure, or AWS is advantageous.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, including engagement with senior leadership and programme governance.