Solution Architect in Bradford

At Morrisons we are continually driving transformational change in our business through the innovative use of technology. Our exciting programmes of work are producing modern cloud-first solutions, using agile practices to deliver at pace. At the heart of our solutions are cloud based microservices which have helped us grow and scale at speed. There is a lot going on, it’s intellectually stimulating and it’s delivering real change for our customers.

We’re looking for a motivated self-starter Solution Architect with the passion to play a big part in our Architecture community, that together will drive technology change, be innovative, and ensure the company realises it’s vision of being “naturally digital”.

As a Solution Architect at Morrisons, you'll be responsible for:

• Architecting and supporting the delivery of a wide range of solutions, from small to large scale projects, and fast paced Proof of Concepts.
•  Delivering solutions that are fit for purpose for the business need, flexible for future change, appropriately secure and operationally accepted.
• Ensuring solutions are strategically aligned and approved through the agreed technology governance processes.
• Stakeholder management, internally across technology and business teams as well as externally with multiple suppliers.
• Contributing to the wider Architecture community to share knowledge, collaborate on cross-domain initiatives, and ensure the delivery of a joined up, enterprise-wide strategy.

As a Solution Architect at Morrisons, you'll need the following skills and experience:

• Track record of successfully architecting and delivering technology solutions for a range of business problems of varying scale and complexity.
•  Have a broad technical experience with the ability to assure the use of technology for the implementation of your solutions, supporting development teams to ensure the architectural vision is realised.
• Leading and collaborating with technology vendors, including the delivery of RFIs and RFPs to ensure functional and non-functional best fit.
• Understand the importance of security and the impacts on architectural design.
• Data modelling and the importance of data integrity, quality and management.
• Can think strategically whilst able to adapt and react quickly to changing and urgent business needs.
• Good communication skills.
• Great influencing and stakeholder management skills across all levels.
• Previous experience working within Retail, Logistics or Manufacturing sectors would be highly desirable but not essential.

• Unrivalled career prospects & attractive salary package
• 15% off discount card for you and two family members/friends
• 4 day working week
• Competitive pension scheme
• Life insurance