Solution Architect - Santander Digital Services
Country: SpainHello! Welcome to the place responsible for developing the technology that improves the lives of 160 million customers around the world!
This job offer is an opportunity not only to join a great company but also to collaborate in projects that have a real impact on society.
We are looking for a Solutions Architect based in one of our Hubs in Boadilla del Monte, Cantabria, Málaga y Portugal, with at least 2 years of experience in Solution Architecture.
Let’s get to know each other!
We are undergoing one of the biggest transformations in our history and technology is at the heart of our strategy. Join our team to play a part in one of the most important technological projects for the financial sector in the world.
One of our guiding principles is continuous innovation, working with Agile and DevSecOps methodologies and adopting all the leading market technology to work with the best tech stack.
We recently received Top Employer certification in Spain, Europe and globally for the sixth consecutive year and we are one of the World’s 25 Best Workplaces. We are very proud to be an equal opportunities organisation and we are building a dynamic and proactive team. All we ask from you is that you bring a positive attitude and share our values and a commitment to development of cutting-edge technology, no matter where you come from or where you end up.
Your role
We are looking for a Solutions Architect based in one of our Hubs in Boadilla del Monte, Cantabria, Málaga y Portugal, a key team in our technology ecosystem.
Solutions Architecture is part of the Architecture Team within Santander UK Services. You will work closely with other architecture teams (Enterprise, Cloud, Technical, Data & Security Architecture) and liaises with Business and IT colleagues in Santander UK as well as Santander Global/Group Architecture.
The Team effectively works as an Architecture Community across domains sharing reusable patterns and solutions, as well as innovating and curating new solutions to grow and keep Santander competitive.
Your main tasks will be:
Applying strong domain, and Decision Driven Design experience, using your knowledge of the BIAN framework, TOGAF, ArchiMate and API & microservice architecture solutions, using tool such as Avolution Abacus, to create Solution Design Documents (SDD).
Owning the end-to-end Solution Architecture, collaborating and co-ordinating input from other architecture disciplines (Security, Data, Infra, Cloud, etc), and aligned to Domain Enterprise Architecture Strategy.
Documenting complex As-Is / Transition / Target Architectures aligned to associated Roadmaps.
Establishing & maintaining Strategy/Roadmaps, aligning diverse stakeholders across different technologies and business areas, both locally & globally.
Having knowledge of Digital/API/Micro-Services/Big Data/AWS/Azure/Cloud Architecture and domain relevant software packages.
Understanding and experience of migrating/decommissioning from legacy technologies to new technologies and removing obsolescence.
What you’ll bring
You’re sure to fit in if you like technology and are constantly learning about new developments, as well as having an interest in better understanding the risks faced by the Bank. In addition to developing your technical skills, you should also be interested in improving your soft skills.
If you think you’ve got what it takes, these are the key skills we’ll be looking for in your CV:
Experienced in IT Systems Design and Solutions Architecture with strong Financial Institution knowledge – Retail, or Corporate, and ideally domain knowledge in Credit Risk, encompassing experience in Credit Risk Decisioning, Credit Risk Monitoring, Credit Bureau Services, Risk MI and Integrations.
Be passionate about driving and leading change by creating practical, workable architectures aligned to IT principles/standards and following appropriate governance.
Collaboration is critical, as is the ability to communicate complex concepts (both written and verbal).
Demonstratable experience to diplomatically challenge and influence a diverse set of stakeholders and colleagues.
Bachelor’s degree in management / Computer Science / Information Technology or a related field.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English-
The following would also be great...
Work within situations where there is ambiguity, and have resilience to drive clarity/agreement.
Self-starter, with good organisational and prioritisation skills across competing demands on time.
Be flexible and have a ‘can do’ attitude with a strong sense of initiative with the ability to learn fast (new concepts and skills), and deal calmly with situations under pressure.
Manage risks in a highly Regulatory business/environment.
What is the Be Tech! experience like?
Hybrid working model (working remotely some days and meeting with the team in the office on other days).
Flexible working hours.
Possibility of travelling to collaborate with teams in other countries.
Opportunities to develop your career in different overseas units and countries.
Continuous training in innovative technical fields so you are always up to date and have the tools you need to do your job.
Career plan to ensure your professional growth and that your efforts are duly rewarded.
Highly competitive salary and bonuses.
Financial benefits (special interest rates for loans, preferential banking terms, pension plan, life insurance, etc.)
Social benefits (gym and medical centre on the premises, daily meal subsidy with a choice of seven restaurants, parking, shuttle service to the centre of Madrid, discounts and offers with different companies for Santander employees and much, much more that we will tell you all about when you arrive!)
What now?
If you like what you’ve read so far, you’ll like it even more once you’re on board... So why not join us?
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