Solutions Architect - London office, United Kingdom

Job Description

Solutions Architect - Flexible, London office

Our Mission: To create the finest retail experiences.

Our Purpose: Making the extraordinary possible.

McArthurGlen Group, Europe’s leading owner, developer and manager of designer outlets, was founded in Europe in 1993 and currently manages 24 designer outlets in 8 countries.

What you’ll be doing...

The Digital Solution Architect will play a pivotal role in driving the design and development of innovative solutions that align with our enterprise architecture. Working alongside our Business Analyst, IT Service Delivery Manager and other stakeholders, this position requires a strong technical background, coupled with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Reporting to the Senior Customer Technology Manager, you will be responsible for collaborating with various stakeholders to provide architectural guidance, gather and refine requirements and ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions. This is a newly created position in support of our growth and development within the digital space, and an opportunity to join an international industry leader. There is flexibility for this role to be located in our London or Milan office.

Why McArthurGlen?

1. Competitive Salary & Bonus: Enjoy a competitive salary with a performance bonus of up to 25%.
2. Wellbeing Allowance: Claim towards yoga, gym equipment, or any activity that promotes your wellbeing.
3. Volunteering Days: Benefit from 2 paid volunteering days per year.
4. Exclusive Discounts: Access special discounts at our Designer Outlets.
5. Flexible Working: Hybrid working options where possible to accommodate your needs.
6. International Exposure: Work with colleagues across eight countries within a global organization.
7. Learning & Development: Access LinkedIn Learning from day one with over 16,000 courses available. Grow through internal moves, cross-country projects, international secondments, and a calendar of core development opportunities.
8. Values-Based Culture: Thrive in an inclusive and collaborative environment where we value excellence, innovation, and making a difference.
9. Positive Work Environment: Over 89% of our colleagues would recommend us as a great place to work, according to our latest internal engagement survey.

To be successful you’ll bring...

• You have a strong understanding of software development methodologies, design patterns, and architectural principles.
• Experience in working with Salesforce (Marketing Cloud, Intelligence, Service Cloud, Data Cloud) and Optimizely will be considered a plus.
• You have a proven ability to design and develop innovative solutions, considering factors such as scalability, performance, and security.
• You can provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural standards and best practices.
• You have strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with various teams, including product owners, business analysts, and development teams.
• You can align technical solutions with broader business objectives and anticipate future trends.
• You possess strong analytical skills to identify and resolve complex technical issues and make sound decisions under pressure.
• You have a customer-centric approach and focus on delivering solutions that meet the needs of both internal and external stakeholders.

What to expect...

• We commit to replying to all applications, feel free to get in touch if you’d like an update.
• You will have a main point of contact within our Talent team.
• We’re a collaborative business: it’s important for you to meet as many people as you can during the recruitment process.
• We’re also aware that your time is precious, so aim to keep to a two-stage process wherever we can.

Be part of something extraordinary... At McArthurGlen, we value and believe that everyone is extraordinary in their own way. We are an inclusive employer and support flexible working wherever possible. 95% of colleagues believe we treat each other with dignity and respect regardless of their personal identities. Even if you are not sure you fit all the requirements for a particular role, we’d still love to hear from you. There may be another opportunity within McArthurGlen that is more suitable for you now or in the future.

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