Enterprise Architect
HSO International seeks to hire an experienced Enterprise Architect with domain knowledge and technical expertise to align technology with business strategy, using Microsoft and third-party solutions for added value.
Leading Microsoft Partner
HSO belongs to the elite Microsoft Dynamics Inner Circle, restricted to the top 1% of all Microsoft partners worldwide, and has delivered successful implementations in almost every country. The business employs c. 2,500 professionals and maintains a worldwide presence in Europe, North America and Asia.
HSO International
With 300 colleagues at HSO International, you are a point of contact for companies that understand the big picture and oversee cross-border implementation issues.
Learn more about Life at HSO International: https://www.hso.com/en/campaigns/life-at-hso-international/
Role Location
Based where appropriate, whether on the client site, in the office or working from home. Travel will be extensive and varied. Spending some time in the office developing relationships in-house with the rest of HSO International, keeping abreast of business developments, and understanding the company’s approach to the market will be required.
Job Description
Enterprise Architect will be responsible for driving customer business transformation.
This role involves:
- Presales
- Architecture Workshops
- Solution Governance
- Best practice materials creation
- Research and training
Critical Responsibilities for Enterprise Architect:
- Leading and supporting pre-sales activities, engaging with C-level executives and crafting business transformation proposals aligned with the business strategy.
- Conducting envisioning discovery workshops and architecture design workshops.
- Making technology choices aligned with architectural requirements.
- Preparing and defining enterprise architecture design, guiding business transformation and business-value approach.
- Providing support in program/project delivery, working alongside Solution Architects and delivery teams.
- Understanding the customer's operational landscape and leveraging it for architecture validation.
- Staying informed about evolving business technology trends to shape long-term strategic roadmaps and the feasibility of these in supporting our customers.
- Optimizing business processes for greater efficiency and effective technology deployment.
- Undertaking business process design and documentation.
- Facilitating agile, innovative projects alongside the main program.
- Maintaining a professional and positive representation of HSO.
- Complying with health and safety policies and equipment care requirements.
- Meeting necessary certifications and accreditations for the role.
- Developing and updating internal tools and best practice content.
Requirements
The Enterprise Architect needs expertise in industry business, tech, and processes. They rely on specialists for specific areas but must architect diverse solutions.
Essential
- 10+ years of hands-on software implementation experience, leading at least five major enterprise projects or programs.
- Pre-sales experience – ability to interact with customers and C-Level roles in the sales cycle, demonstrating credibility and expertise in the industry.
- Previous experience documenting solutions and business transformation roadmaps
- Adept at Business Requirement Analysis and Architecture Design.
- Industry knowledge gained in number of sectors including some from: Manufacturing, Professional Services, Distribution, Retail
- Project Management Awareness
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Strong understanding of the concepts of modern technology
- Expert level in Microsoft D365 ecosystem and suite of solutions
- Experience learning new areas of technology and understanding the capabilities and limitations.
- Broad understanding of all the elements of the Microsoft technology platform
- Awareness and understanding of key players and technologies in the business applications market (e.g., Forecasting / Planning software, POS (point of sale) Solutions, e-commerce, middleware, Data and Analytics tools etc.)
- Good understanding of implementation methodology needed for the implementation of Business applications in global programs
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365, Azure services, Azure Analytic Platforms and Microsoft 365
Desirable
- Educated to degree level in Computer Science or technical subject, or equivalent experience, with further qualifications in Microsoft technologies and industry qualifications, e.g., TOGAF
- Worked on a solution delivery from the consultancy side
Benefits
Development and growth
You get a job with plenty of career opportunities, a leading innovative enterprise business solutions provider, and a distinct Microsoft Global Solution Integrator who perceives your motivations, talents, and ambitions.
Fun and success
You work in a professional and pleasant working environment with colleagues ready to help each other because success cannot be achieved without teamwork.
A good reward
You receive an excellent salary (fixed and variable) and good benefits.
Freedom and responsibility
You get a lot of freedom and flexibility to organise your workdays, but especially to shape your career.
