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Recruitment Partner: Akash KariaLocation: NottinghamContract: Perm Who we are International Technology & Advanced Analytics (IT2A) is a multi-national function of Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) 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 our operational effectiveness. Partnering with some of the finest tech providers and utilising a modern tech stack, we support two of the UK's most trusted and established brands - Boots and No7. We're a 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 role Reporting into the Data Platform Director, the Platform Architecture team provides knowledge, expertise in all aspects of solution architecture for our cloud data platform project with a solid grasp of the IT and data strategy to support our data science and analytics community within Boots. We're looking for someone to make the next step in their career and join us as a Solution Architect.The centralised data platform is based on a lakehouse and domain mesh architecture, centered around Microsoft Azure & Databricks technologies.You'll also be: Leading the definition, design and delivery of data products and solutions on the Data Platform.Ensuring all solution designs meet agreed requirements, align with platform strategy, principles, standards and patterns, are cost-effective, deliverable and supportable.You'll be working with technology and engineering partners and with other teams to deliver platform capabilities, allowing us to maximise the value of our data.Shape the platform roadmap, developing the architectural patterns, frameworks, and components. What you'll need to have Proficient technical and analytical abilities and a passion for getting results for customers - internal and external.Ability to create Solution Outlines, High-level and Detailed designs to meet agreed business requirementsExperience of participating in the creation and maintenance of design patterns, standards and design blocks to facilitate wider consistency and promote re-use of design elements, delivery at pace, quality assurance and cost efficiencies.A broad and balanced understanding of IT capabilities, methods, and technologiesFamiliarity with Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence, Data Science and Data Engineering needs to fulfil data & analytics solutionsArchitecture experience in the cloud (Azure Storage, Databricks, Delta Lake, Lakehouse, Azure AI, ML Ops) It would be great if you also have Appreciation of Data Security and governanceExposure of working with matrix teams of multiple vendors and global teams in the design and delivery of projectsExperience working in Retail, Pharmacy, Healthcare, Supply Chain or CPG industries 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.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