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Applications Solutions Architect - Leeds

Employer
Asda
Location
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary
Competitive salary plus benefits
Closing date
10 Aug 2022

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Applications Solutions Architect - Leeds

Asda Technology is looking for experienced Application Solutions Architects to help design the future! This is a chance to join one of the biggest transformations, working as part of the divestiture programme to build Asda's new IT landscape. 

 

 'Future' is the name for the programme that will see Asda create their new operating model, independent from Walmart.  Technology will undoubtedly be one of the most ambitious parts of this work where all the technology decisions made will underpin the way the entire business will operate in the future. To enable this programme, the technology operating model will be transitioned to become self-sufficient from Walmart offering so many exciting opportunities.

 

Your Role 

You'll join a mature practice, working with a team of over 50 Architects in a supportive environment and over a 1000 people in Tech. Asda offer great opportunities for self-development.  

 

You'll work on a broad portfolio of projects covering Head Office, Store and Depot systems. You'll work closely with third-party suppliers and internal teams. 

 

    Working with Businesses Analysts and key Business Stakeholders to understand the changing needs of our business and shape the solutions that are needed Consulting models and stakeholders to perform impact analysis and make recommendations on application landscape changes Owning the design for one or more projects and providing technical leadership for the project teams Collaborating closely with roles in Asda Technology and vendor to produce high level designs, using modelling tools, and bringing these through design governance Participating in a thriving and growing architecture community, including peer reviews, consultation and support 

 

About You 

    Strong Application-focused Solutions Architect Background in IT Application Solution Design Experience in solution design and a real passion for current trends including mobile and cloud technologies (we use Azure) You'll have awareness of architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, but this is desirable and not essential. We use Archimate, so it would help to understand this notation, but training will be provided. 
  • Agile experience and awareness of ERP solutions is beneficial. 

Experience in Retail, or at least operating in an enterprise-scale environment is desirable. 

Please note this role has no direct reports, however there could be a possibility to coach or mentor other employees. 

 

Hybrid Working  

Work Where it Works. Our hybrid way of working gives you the choice to work where it works. This enables you to complete your daily tasks where you will be the most effective. It offers a mix of working from home and in an office environment that works best for you and your team. We would love to talk to you about this.  

  

You will also get an excellent benefits package including:  

    Company car or 5,700 car allowance, plus discretionary company bonus  Company pension up to 7% matched  10% colleague discount, free parking, and many additional rewards.  

  

We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves. 

 

For any further questions, please contact Daniel.wood0@asda.co.uk

 

 

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