Platform Architect

Who We AreVOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.#VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFutureAbout This RoleLocation: Newbury or Paddington (hybrid) We are seeking a Platform Architect to provide architectural leadership, domain expertise and solution guidance across one or more telecommunications or digital platform domains, including Product Catalogue, CRM, Order Management, Provisioning, Mediation, Billing, Charging, Partner Management, Identity or Customer Care. This role works closely with Product Owners, Technical Leads, Lead AI Software Engineers, engineers and business stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable, secure and reusable solution architectures. The successful candidate will act as the architecture authority within assigned domains, supporting multiple squads to deliver cloud-native, API-first and operationally effective platform capabilities whilst ensuring consistency with broader platform architecture principles and standards.What You’ll DoProvide architectural leadership and domain expertise across one or more platform domainsSupport multiple engineering squads with solution design, architecture guidance and implementation decision-makingDefine solution architectures, domain models and architecture artefacts for assigned platform capabilitiesTranslate business requirements into scalable, secure, maintainable and reusable solution designsProduce architecture artefacts including solution designs, integration designs, domain models, API specifications and technical documentationDefine APIs, integration patterns and architecture specifications that support platform reuse and long-term sustainabilityEnsure delivery teams align with architecture principles, engineering standards, design patterns and governance requirementsSupport Technical Leads and engineering teams in resolving complex business, integration and technology challengesContribute to platform modernisation initiatives, architecture roadmaps and technology evolution activities. Identify opportunities to simplify solutions, reduce technical debt and improve platform consistencyPromote cloud-native, API-first and event-driven architecture approachesParticipate in architecture governance forums, design reviews and technical assurance activities. Work closely with engineering teams to ensure architecture intent is effectively implementedChampion AI-native and specification-driven engineering practices through reusable architecture guidance and high-quality artefactsWho You AreSignificant experience, typically 8+ years, within solution architecture, platform architecture or complex software engineering environmentsProven experience designing and delivering cloud-native, API-first and distributed systemsRecognised Subject Matter Expert in at least one telecommunications or digital platform domain such as Product Catalogue, CRM, Customer Management, Order Management, Provisioning, Billing, Charging, Mediation, Partner Management, Identity, Customer Care or Service FulfilmentStrong expertise in solution architecture with the ability to translate business requirements into secure, scalable and maintainable designsGood understanding of platform operating models, domain-driven design, microservices, event-driven architectures and modern platform engineering practicesExperience creating architecture artefacts including solution designs, domain models, integration designs, API specifications and architecture documentationUnderstanding of AI-native software delivery practices and specification-driven engineering approachesExperience supporting agile, product-led and platform-focused delivery organisationsKnowledge of architecture governance frameworks, engineering standards and technology delivery practicesStrong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across business, product, engineering and architecture teamsExcellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiencesDemonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, platform modernisation and engineering effectivenessNot a perfect fit?Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer CommitmentVodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.Join UsAt Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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