Integration Architect

Venn Group is working with a Local Authority in London to recruit an Integration Architect.

The Integration Architect will play a central role in the council’s ability to successfully implement and integrate new technology solutions. Key focus areas will include CRM, ERP and Power Platform.

The Integration Architect is a specialist within the team and will be looked to for subject matter expertise in integration and connectivity of the technical estate. 

The salary banding for this role is £53,145 - £60,693.

Hybrid working is required, with the team attending the offices in London 1-2 days a week.

Responsibilities in post:

• Specify and own the integration-specific aspects of enterprise & solution architectures
• Govern the integration process across all phases of delivery
• Oversee technical teams in the design, build, test & operation of integration solutions
• Manage third-party relationships involved in end-to-end integration
• Work closely with the Enterprise Architect to design and develop an enterprise architecture that allows multiple systems to work consecutively
• Ensure systems are functional, efficient, and integrate seamlessly into one another
• Perform cost projections, input into budget forecasts and business cases
• Be an ambassador for IA across the council, promoting the discipline and benefits
• Assist in the configuration of systems, and strategise ways to improve the technical infrastructure
• Analyse business needs to identify technical opportunities that would improve user experience, efficiencies and performance of data and technology

Desired skills and experience:

• Proven experience in engineering and integration architecture
• Knowledge and experience of multiple integration and API management/gateway technologies
• Sound understanding of contemporary software engineering practice
• A structured approach to architectural design
• Strong understanding and opinions on how integration has evolved from an on-premises, centralised function towards being a digital, cloud and API-driven capability
• Knowledge and experience of hybrid cloud integration approaches, API-led architectures and digital-era integration governance methodology
• Previous project management experience is advantageous
• Experience mapping out how discrete D365 systems can be integrated and data can be centralised

At Venn Group, we endeavour to respond to all applications. However due to the volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within 48 hours please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.