About the team: The IT Architecture Team utilises a structured methodology to designing and implementing technology solutions for the Group. It involves creating a comprehensive blueprint that aligns IT Architecture with the business goals and strategy of the Group. The team ensures that technology, application, data, security and the business landscape is cohesive, scalable, and adaptable to changing needs. Together, the team collaborates to create a cohesive and effective IT architecture that supports the organisation's goals, enhances efficiency, and drives innovation. Our philosophy: Before you read on, we'd like you to know that we're committed to diversity and hope that our employee base reflects the diverse nature of our society. To understand more, please follow: https://www.osb.co.uk/careers/overview/ Our recruitment process can include telephone calls, virtual meetings via Webex and face to face meetings in one of our offices. If you apply for one of our roles, we will be sure to ask you if you require any support with any of these stages. What you will be doing: The Application Architect will work on programmes and projects relating to the application domain, with a focus on both existing applications and future cloud based technology. This is an amazing opportunity to be part of our journey to build the bank of the future Our Application Architects need to provide overall technical vision for a solution, guiding on the technical decisions being made and how they impact the business outcomes. Your responsibilities will include… Defining application solution requirements Designing solutions to meet business needs Act as a technical bridge between Enterprise Architecture, internal Dev teams, Tech vendors and stakeholders Producing product documentation to effectively articulate high-level design deliverables. Supporting the Enterprise Architecture function, leveraging LeanIX and other tooling Whilst being based in Chatham or Wolverhampton, there may be a requirement to occasionally travel to other sites. In return for your commitment: We offer a base salary dependent on experience of between £55,000-65,000 and a competitive benefits package including: Discretionary annual bonus opportunity of up to 15% 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Contributory pension (8% employer 5% employee) Life Assurance (4x salary) plus Group Income Protection Access to Private Medical Insurance and Medical Cash Plan Maternity & Adoption Leave - Occupational Maternity/Adoption Pay provided at 100% of salary for the first 26 weeks Paternity Leave - 8 weeks of paid leave to be taken within 12 months of birth or adoption Additional benefits such as Hybrid working, Cycle Purchase scheme, Technology Purchase scheme, Season Ticket Loan, Holiday purchase / sell schemes, Employee Perk Portals, Payroll giving and Save as you Earn scheme Could you be the one? We are looking for talented individuals who have the experience and knowledge set out below: Experience of Application analysis, Development, Infrastructure (SQL, Java and/or Python are welcome) Proven experience of multiple development methodologies (such as Waterfall / Agile / DevOps) Proven experience in business and technical problem solving skills Ability to communicate on complex needs and requirements between technical and business-oriented audiences. TOGAF would be of benefit or a willingness to work towards this. We also believe that your career and how you progress is as unique as your individual personality. We continually support our people so they can become the best version of themselves. What to do next If this sounds like you, please apply now If shortlisted from your initial application we operate a personalised recruitment process. Interviews are a two way street, we aim for them to be relevant and conversational to get the best out of you OSB Group are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and committed to treating all our employees and job applicants equally. We embrace equal opportunities and are opposed to discrimination on any grounds. As part of our public commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, we have introduced our own initiatives to attract, develop and advance senior women in our sector. We don't stop there though, we have broadened our approach to encourage diversity and inclusion at all levels and in all roles. Our leadership and Executive Committee are right behind us, to the extent that our Diversity Champions sit at Board level and on a monthly basis receive updates on our progress. All applicants must have rights to work in the UK and be willing to undertake the relevant pre-employment screening checks should your application be successful. INDHP