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Recruitment Partner: Akash Karia Location: NottinghamContract: PermWe are looking for someone to join the Digital Core Delivery team as a Solution Architect.Who we are International Technology & Advanced Analytics (IT2A) is a multi-national function of Walgreens Boots Alliance based in the UK, Europe, Asia, South America and the USA. We use emerging technology and data to transform our pharmacy and retail offerings, improve experiences for customers and patients and enhance operational effectiveness for team members. Partnering with some of the finest tech providers and utilising a cutting-edge tech stack, we support two of the UK's most trusted and established brands - Boots and No7 in personalising their customer interactions. We're a creative team of specialists spanning security, hosting, architecture, software engineering, networks, project delivery and more. A proud equal opportunity employer, we embrace team member diversity and provide a positive and inclusive working environment for all.About the roleThe Solution Architect works with colleagues from the Business, IT, and the wider Walgreens Boots Alliance group. Working directly for the Digital Lead Solution Architect, primary responsibilities include, 1. Overall Solution Design responsibility for assigned Digital projects. 2. Delivery and adherence of solution design-related process, standardised documentation, and related artefacts. 3. Project-related design considerations and design decision proposals (Domain and Enterprise level).4. For assigned Digital projects, the coordination of delivery, and overall suitability of design artefacts supplied from collaboration areas, such as, Integration, Enterprise services, and Infrastructure Technology. 5. Consultation - For Product and Project Managers, regarding the design-related delivery considerations for assigned Digital projects. Responsibilities Produce, high quality Solution Architecture deliverables at pace, whilst accommodating and recognising the wider architectural goals.Provide an open communication link in multiple directions. E.g., o Project Manager and Business Analyst.o Wider architecture group. o IT partners for Design collaboration, standards, and governance.o Business Stakeholders to ensure goals are achieved and decisions are understood.o Vertical with Lead Solution Architects for escalation and architectural alignment. Build an understanding of the Boots IT strategy, technology frameworks within IT, and overall Enterprise Architecture direction.Ensure design governance is met and within timeframes.Adhere to the Boots Architecture process.Oversee and review the Outline Designs, High-level Designs produced by other resources, partners and third parties.Ensure agreement of all solutions to relevant roadmaps and strategy. What you'll need to have Experience leading Solution Architecture design within project delivery. Solution Mindset Ability to remove project-level blockers related to Design. Delivery- Recognises and considers the implications of design on overall project cost and delivery timeframes. Preparation and representation of Design-related Considerations and Decisions Based on factual and documented evidence for rationale. Experience in Enterprise patterns, Digital technology stacks and Domain-driven Design. Expertise in crafting Architecture Assets, for both waterfall and agile projects.A broad and balanced understanding of IT capabilities, methods, and technologiesIn-depth experience of design of IT Solutions for Web services and frameworks. Understanding of Security frameworks and considerations such as PCI & GDPR for customer-facing technologies.Experience with industry-leading web technologies such as React, Azure Platform services, Adobe Content and Marketing technology. It would be great if you also have Worked in a large enterprise organizationExperience with pharma retail solutions builds Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings PlanGenerous employee discount plus enhanced discounts for Boots brands, Boots Opticians and Boots HearingcareExcellent onsite facilities including staff shop, opticians (including free eye tests for team members), gym, cafeteria, and outdoor seating. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that go beyond salary and offer flexibility to suit you; click here to view our full list of company benefits (all rewards and benefits are subject to change and eligibility).What's next? If your application is successful, our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion, you will be notified by email.Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.#LI-Onsite
Recruitment Partner: Akash KariaContract: PermLocation: NottinghamWho we are International Technology & Advanced Analytics (IT2A) is a multi-national function of Walgreens Boots Alliance based in the UK, Europe, Asia and South. We leverage emerging technology and robust data to transform our pharmacy and retail offerings, improve experiences for customers and patients and enhance operational effectiveness for team members. Partnering with some of the finest tech providers and utilising a cutting-edge tech stack, we support two of the UK's most trusted and established brands - Boots and No7 in personalising their customer interactions. We're an innovative team of specialists spanning security, hosting, architecture, software engineering, networks, project delivery and more. A proud equal opportunity employer, we passionately embrace team member diversity and provide a positive and inclusive working environment for all.About the roleThe Solution Architect works collaboratively with colleagues from the Business, IT, and the wider Walgreens Boots Alliance group. Working directly for the Integration Lead Solution Architect, primary responsibilities include, 1. Responsible Overall Solution Design responsibility for assigned Integration projects. 2. Responsible - Delivery and adherence of solution design-related process, standardised patterns and documentation, and related artefacts. 3. Responsible Project-related design considerations and design decision proposals (Domain and Enterprise level).4. Responsible For assigned Integration projects, the coordination of delivery, and overall suitability of design artefacts supplied from collaboration areas, such as, Digital, Enterprise services, and Infrastructure Technology. 5. Consultation - For Product and Project Managers, regarding the design-related delivery considerations for assigned projects. Key Responsibilities Produce robust, high quality Solution Architecture deliverables at pace, whilst accommodating and recognising the wider architectural goals.Provide an open communication link in multiple directions across IT and business functions. Clear line of communication with the Project/Product Manager and engineering functions. o Clear line of communication with the wider architecture group. IT partners for Design collaboration, standards, and governance. Business Stakeholders to ensure goals are achieved and decisions are understood.Vertical with Lead Solution Architect for escalation and architectural alignment. Build & maintain a deep understanding of the Boots IT strategy, technology frameworks within IT, and overall Enterprise Architecture direction.Ensure design governance is met and within timeframes.Adhere to the Boots Architecture process.Oversee and review the Outline Designs, both high and low-level designs produced by other resources, partners and third parties.Ensure alignment of all solutions to relevant roadmaps and strategy. What you'll need to have Experience of leading Solution Architecture design within project delivery. Solution-driven mindset Ability to remove project-level blockers related to Design. Delivery-driven mindset Recognises and considers the implications of design on overall project cost and delivery timeframes. Preparation and representation of Design-related Considerations and Decisions Based on factual and documented evidence for rationale. Experience in Enterprise patterns, Digital technology stacks and Domain-driven Design. Expertise in crafting Architecture Assets, for both waterfall and agile projects.A broad and balanced understanding of IT capabilities, methods, and technologiesIn-depth experience of design and development of IT Solutions for integration services and frameworks. Understanding of Security frameworks and considerations such as PCI & GDPR for customer facing technologies.Experience with industry-leading integration technologies such as Kafka, Apigee, Software AG, ADF and Micro Services. It would be great if you also have Worked in a large enterprise organizationExperience with pharma retail solutions builds Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings PlanGenerous employee discount plus enhanced discounts for Boots brands, Boots Opticians and Boots HearingcareExcellent onsite facilities including staff shop, opticians (including free eye tests for team members), gym, cafeteria, and outdoor seating. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that go beyond salary and offer flexibility to suit you; click here to view our full list of company benefits (all rewards and benefits are subject to change and eligibility).What's next? If your application is successful, our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion, you will be notified by email.Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.
Contract: PermRecruitment Partner: Akash KariaLocation: NottinghamWe are looking for a Solution Architect to join our Business Technology and No7 Enablement team. Reporting to the Technology Business Partner for Research & Development and Global Supply Chain. You will collaborate with internal and external teams to understand requirements and create suitable High Level Designs. You will review detail designs from partners and test the conformance of the implementation to the business requirements, agreed design standards, design deliverables and delivery approach observing architecture principles and guidelines.A proud equal opportunity employer, we passionately embrace team member diversity and provide a positive and inclusive working environment for all. About the role You will join the Business Technology and No7 Enablement team at Boots Nottingham Support Office. We are a team of product owners, business analysts and delivery managers. You will work with teams across the business and our partners to develop the best solutions.You will have no line management duties. Assessment of business ideas Support assessment of business ideas, project scoping, feasibility analysis (systems-based or other), and presenting options fitting within either a strategic lens or a tactical lens. Apply current technology, tools and techniques according to established standard practices. Assist with the investigation and cataloguing of functional and non-functional requirements, ensuring they align to the Outline Design and agreed scope.Challenging, where relevant, to ensure the requirements align to a value' driven approach. Provide ad-hoc technical/administrative support and creation of business applications End-to-end Solution design Support the Enterprise Architecture in the development of the Outline Designs. Being accountable for being the hands-on lead throughout the project life cycle, ensures: Produce end to end Solution designs and documentation. All solution designs meet agreed business requirements, align with Strategy and Architecture, it is cost effective, deliverable and supportable.Supervise and review detailed designs produced by other resources, partners and third parties to ensure build and test deliver agreed levels of quality assurance. Technical leadership and assumes overall design accountability within a project to ensure. What you'll need to have Experience in leading end-to-end Solution design / being the technical lead with multiple partners.A broad and balanced understanding of IT capabilities, methods and technologiesIn-depth experience of the development of IT solutionsPassion for keeping up with IT trendsKnowledge of processes in relevant departments (e.g. Finance, Ecommerce, Product Development) It would be great if you also have Broad knowledge and experience of the Research & Development (quality, safety, regulatory, product lifecycle management) and/or Supply Chain (demand and supply planning, supplier and customer collaboration, sales and operation planning and trade promotions and management)Knowledge of SAP S/4HANAKnowledge of other technologies such as E2Open, UpClear, Stibo Step and Master ControlPublic Cloud technologies Azure Cloud. Full range of IaaS, PaaS, SaaS products including Azure App services, Azure database technologies. Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings PlanDiscretionary annual bonusGenerous employee discountEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave payFlexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying and much more. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that go beyond salary and offer flexibility to suit you; click here to view our full list of company benefits (all rewards and benefits are subject to change and eligibility). Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate. What's next If your application is successful, our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion, you will be notified by email. Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.#LI-Onsite
Recruitment Partner: Akash KariaContract: PermLocation: NottinghamThe Software Renewal Manager will oversee the renewal process of all software licenses and subscriptions. We ask that you have an understanding of software agreements, negotiation skills and excellent communication. Supported by offshore administrative resource, you will manage a master database of software agreements that will be used to optimize spend through greater insight and coordination. You will identify and recommend efficiency opportunities, holding platform owners to account in delivering these. You will also work with Procurement, Finance, Software Asset Management and IT Purchasing to ensure software agreements are renewals are done in an efficient, timely and compliant manner. About the role You willl: Oversee and report on the IT2A 3rd party software landscape, developing and managing strategies for renewal that optimise this category of spendCreate and maintain accurate records of software agreements, generate reports and analysis to track renewal status, costs and savings deliveredProduce and manage an annual software renewal plan in collaboration with internal stakeholdersEnsure the renewal of software agreements to avoid disruptions in service and leverage negotiation, involving Procurement in line with policyCollaborate with Software Asset Management and Platform owners to understand future requirements, enabling the rightsizing of agreements and efficiency of spendManage the 3rd party software 3YP, budget and forecast on behalf of platform owners, incorporating planned changes to the software landscape and agreeing efficiency targetsNegotiate terms and pricing with software vendors in line with WBA policy and governance processesLiaise with IT Purchasing function to ensure purchase orders are raised and invoices processed in an accurate and timely mannerContinuously evaluate and improve software renewal processes, recommending improvements to internal stakeholders to enhance efficiency, accuracy and cost effectiveness What you'll need to have Experience managing software renewalsGood understanding of software licencing agreements, models and compliance requirementsExperience in achieving favourable terms and cost efficiencies - negotiationDrive to hold stakeholders to account in identifying and delivering cost optimization opportunitiesAnalytical mindset and interpretation of data to identify trends and make decisionsGood understanding of finance and planning processes It would be great if you also have Experience leading a small team remotely Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings PlanDiscretionary annual bonusGenerous employee discountEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave payFlexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying and much more. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that go beyond salary and offer flexibility to suit you; click here to view our full list of company benefits (all rewards and benefits are subject to change and eligibility). Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate. What's next If your application is successful, our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion, you will be notified by email.Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.#LI-Onsite
About the role We are looking for talented and dedicated individuals to join the IT Delivery team as a Solution Architect, developing creative solutions across multiple capabilities of the business. We are seeking individuals who the can undertake a broader range of activities to capitalise the opportunities that will be available to them as we progress through our digital transformation programme.The Solution Architect works with colleagues from the Business, IT and a wider group of Partners and Service Providers. As a Solution Architect you will define, develop and articulate solutions for projects to progress the Boots target architectures and roadmap. You will report into the Portfolio Architect for Boots Operating Systems.You will: Provide a link between the Solution Delivery team, IT partners and the wider business to develop quality architecture deliverables and ensures the delivery of fit for purpose.Help develop roadmaps for the business and technology.Develop an understanding of the Boots IT strategy, technology frameworks within IT and overall Enterprise Architecture direction.Ensure design governance is met within your area of responsibilityAdhere to the Boots Enterprise Architecture method, Patterns and toolsDeliver high-quality solution designOversee and review the Outline Designs, High-level Designs and Detailed Designs produced by other resources, partners and third parties.Ensure alignment of all solutions to relevant roadmaps and strategyEnsure all designs are produced on target for time, cost and quality What you'll need to have We are seeking a dynamic and driven person, who has a experience with delivery of solutions for large IT projects, across a range of technologies, with the passion and energy to build their experience at Boots.It is an exciting time at Boots where we are driving major Transformation initiatives and the role represents a phenomenal opportunity for someone with the passion and energy to further their career and make an impact at Boots. You will have a tangible impact on the development making a difference in this transformation journey. Expertise in crafting Architecture AssetsA broad and balanced understanding of IT capabilities, methods and technologiesIn-depth experience of design and development of IT SolutionsAn understanding of Security such as PCI & GDPR and customer-facing technologies.Experience of influencing senior stakeholders of the solutions for proposed initiativesUnderstanding of a retail organisation It would be great if you also have Experience working in a team comprised of onshore and offshore resourcesKnowledge of Point of Sale, OMS, PIM, Cloud Hosting (MS AZURE) and Micro Services Our benefits Retirement Savings PlanDiscretionary annual bonusGenerous employee discountsEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a childFlexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and more.Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at rewards. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by WBA and may not be accurate. What's next If your application is successful, our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion, you will be notified by email.We are always open to discussing possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you, including job share and reduced hours. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.#LI-Onsite
Contract: PermRecruitment Partner: Akash KariaLocation: Nottingham Who we are International Technology & Advanced Analytics (IT2A) is a multi-national function of Walgreens Boots Alliance based in the UK, Europe, Asia, South America and the USA. We leverage emerging technology and robust data to transform our pharmacy and retail offerings, improve experiences for customers and patients and enhance operational effectiveness for team members. Partnering with some of the finest tech providers and utilising a cutting-edge tech stack, we support two of the UK's most trusted and established brands - Boots and No7 in personalising their customer interactions. We're an innovative team of specialists spanning security, hosting, architecture, software engineering, networks, project delivery and more. A proud equal opportunity employer, we passionately embrace team member diversity and provide a positive and inclusive working environment for all. About the role The Solution Architect works collaboratively with colleagues from the Business, IT, and the wider Walgreens Boots Alliance group. Working directly for the Digital Lead Solution Architect, primary responsibilities include,Responsible Overall Solution Design responsibility for assigned Digital projects.Responsible - Delivery and adherence of solution design-related process, standardised documentation, and related artefacts.Responsible Project-related design considerations and design decision proposals (Domain and Enterprise level).Responsible For assigned Digital projects, the coordination of delivery, and overall suitability of design artefacts supplied from collaboration areas, such as, Integration, Enterprise services, and Infrastructure Technology. Consultation - For Product and Project Managers, regarding the design-related delivery considerations for assigned Digital projects. What you'll need to have Experience leading Solution Architecture design within project delivery.Ability to remove project-level blockers related to Design.Delivery-driven Recognises and considers the implications of design on overall project cost and delivery timeframes.Preparation and representation of Design-related Considerations and Decisions Based on factual and documented evidence for rationale.Experience in Enterprise patterns, Digital technology stacks and Domain-driven Design.Expertise in crafting Architecture Assets, for both waterfall and agile projects.A broad and balanced understanding of IT capabilities, methods, and technologiesIn-depth experience of design and development of IT Solutions for Web services and frameworks.Understanding of Security frameworks and considerations such as PCI & GDPR for customer facing technologies.Experience with industry-leading web technologies such as React, Azure Platform services, Adobe Content and Marketing technology. It would be great if you also have Experience of solution architecture within in a retailer setting Our benefits Boots Retirement Savings PlanDiscretionary annual bonusGenerous employee discountEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave payFlexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying and much more. We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that go beyond salary and offer flexibility to suit you; click here to view our full list of company benefits (all rewards and benefits are subject to change and eligibility). Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate. What's next If your application is successful, our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion, you will be notified by email.Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.#LI-Onsite
?? Job Opportunity: GO Development Lead ? ? Are you an experienced software engineer with expertise in Go? Our client, a renowned organisation in need of a temporary GO Development Lead, is seeking a skilled individual to contribute to their cutting-edge projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a team of engineers and work on building federated data-registry services. Join their dynamic team and make a significant impact on global data infrastructure! ?? ?? Responsibilities: Engineer efficient, scalable, and robust code in Go. Lead a team of engineers in delivering exceptional results. Build federated data-registry services that can be seamlessly embedded into various applications. Oversee and maintain the organisation's 'centralised' registry service, ensuring interoperability with application local registries. Design the centralised registry with a focus on high availability, resiliency, and global replication across their data infrastructure. ?? Required Skills: Our client welcomes candidates with excellent software engineering skillsets, regardless of language experience. However, the successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in several of the following areas: Demonstrable expertise in Go, Python, or other modern languages. Experience with distributed ledgers or working with large distributed hash-trees. Strong experience in Kubernetes, including designing and deploying container-based services. Familiarity with HELM and associated deployment technologies. Proven experience working through the entire product cycle, from initial design to final product. Knowledge of middleware systems like AMQP, Kafka, JMS, etc. Experience with data storage systems such as S3, Couchbase, Mongo. Practical experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps engineering. ?? What You'll Get: Competitive daily rates ranging from £800 to £900 (inside IR35 via umbrella) A 5-month temporary contract with opportunities for further collaboration. Hybrid working options, allowing flexibility and work-life balance. (3 days onsite in Canary Wharf and 2 days remote) ? How to Apply: If you are an ambitious individual with a passion for software engineering and leadership, our client wants to hear from you! Apply now by submitting your updated CV and showcasing your relevant expertise. Join their team and become part of a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and collaboration. ?? ?? Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.