Enterprise Architecture Senior Expert

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At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

What you’ll do

This role is to make sure that all architectural aspects of the IT initiatives are fitting together, that we are following both company and industrial best practises and guidelines. Additionally managing stakeholders effectively, dealing with conflicts, building high performing teams, driving with personal presence, having broad perspective, seeking new ways in shaping our future are the behaviours expected.

• Create and communicate our IT architecture strategy and vision 
• Support IT leadership team concerning architectural decisions and requirements in line with global technology guidance
• Ensure adherence to VF Global Architecture team strategies, standards & policies
• Totally clear about what’s required and are effective at getting high performance from others to deliver our business goals.
• Know how to find our way around and communicate within the business.

Architecture Assurance, Standards and Frameworks

• Develop and maintain the reference architecture artefacts for the future architecture and business strategy
• Develop and maintain architecture frameworks, API and data standards to drive the standardisation and support the build of reference architecture
• Develop and maintain technology standards to provide list of recommended technology components/solutions
• Radar the emerging technologies and implement proof of concepts to showcase their value for the current and future business strategy and architecture 

Enable Business Strategy & Target Architecture 

• Develop and execute business and executive stakeholder communication plans
• Evaluate and recommend emerging and new technologies and their value for business strategy. Drive the platform for collection, assessment and implementation of innovation ideas
• Manage the business architecture to articulate how business outcomes connect to people, process and technology
• Identify, design and determine 3-5 years architecture roadmap the to be state for the purpose of aligning technology investments with business and IT priorities

Planning & Roadmaps

• Understand business goals and assist and consult in IT investments and projects
• Document and analyse technologies in the IT portfolio including applications, infrastructure and data to drive informed decisions
• Identify, design and determine 3-5 years architecture roadmap the to be state for the purpose of aligning technology investments with business and IT priorities

Architecture Governance 

• Assure the right architecture execution in the market considering Vodafone and Business Strategy. Share and justify standards, review design principles and enable or enforce adherence

Design and execute the local architecture governance processes to drive the alignment with Strategy and right architectural decisions

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or similar discipline.
• 10+ knowledge/experience in analysis, design, architecture
• 5+ years’ experience defining and implementing strategies in the IT field or telco
• Knowledge of architectural frameworks and process models such as TOGAF, TM Forum Frameworks, etc
• Proven track record of business and stakeholder engagements
• Strong BSS background mainly in Billing / Charging domain and participation in a large IT transformation programme of work

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

What’s in it for you

We like to keep them flexible:

• Vflexy: Flexible Benefits Program 
• Hybrid working kit
• Ergonomic kit allowance 
• Digital meal voucher
• Flexible transportation allowance.
• Employee assistance hotline & counselling
• Comprehensive and flexible private health insurance
• Discounted price deals for wide range of products & services 

Plus, plenty more to enjoy!

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Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people’s lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn’t a concept; it’s lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You’ll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We’re committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.

Together we can.

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