Enterprise Architect

Job Title             Enterprise Architect

Salary                 Up to £80,000

Location             UK Midlands (Hybrid)

• PE-backed Technology business (MSP) $1bn valuation
• 1100+ employees and scaling with M&A activity
• Inclusive, collaborative, high-performing culture

Join us as an experienced Enterprise Architect, you'll play a pivotal role in driving the digital transformation initiatives for our largest customers.

You will have a strong understanding of cloud technologies, identity management, infrastructure, networking and modern workplace solutions.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with customers' business and IT leaders, as well as our internal Solution Architects. Your goal is to ensure seamless integration and alignment of business processes, data, and technology. You will be responsible for maximizing account value, professional service revenues, and customer satisfaction by driving project solutions through architectural and technical leadership that align with our customers' business objectives.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect, preferably within an MSP environment.
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies, identity management, networking, infrastructure, and modern workplace solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both business and technical stakeholders.
• Skills in developing standards and policies that guide the use of IT assets
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
• Ability to lead and mentor technical teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in digital transformation.
• Ability and willingness to travel to customer sites

Desired Skills

• Relevant certifications (e.g. AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Cisco professional and expert levels) are a plus.
• Good understanding of Application development and SDLC
• Experienced in using automation, Infrastructure as Code and API driven solutions

At Focus Group you can be proud of what you do, how you do it and feel a true part of the team. We work hard to create an inclusive, collaborative and rewarding environment where you are inspired to achieve brilliant things and really make a difference to the future of our business.

We're proud to have built an outstanding place to work where people thrive and are recognised for their achievements. We're delighted to have been named one of the UK's best 100 Companies to Work for 2021 and a British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA) 2023 Vision Award Winner for London & South East for our commitment to culture and ESG.