About Iglu:
Iglu.com is the largest independent online travel business specialising in cruise (iglucruise.com and planetcruise.com) and ski (igluski.com) holidays.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Solution Architect to provide architectural leadership and guidance across our organization. As a Solution Architect, you will be responsible for defining and championing our architectural vision, ensuring alignment with business strategy and technology roadmap. You will play a critical role in driving innovation, promoting best practices, and mentoring other architects and engineers. We have big plans as a business and technology will be at the heart of it. If you are passionate about technology, possess strong leadership skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.
Tech at Iglu:
* We work in an Agile way but let teams decide how to operate within those boundaries
* We like to be in the office a few times a month
* We are pragmatic about what technologies we use but always are evaluating new tools/languages/frameworks
* We are passionate about Infrastructure as code and AWS is our platform of choice
* We believe in autonomy and responsibility to sit in the teams that are building and deploying the software.
* Small frequent deployments are what we strive for
Responsibilities:
Architectural Vision & Strategy:
* Develop and maintain the overall architecture framework, principles, and standards.
* Define and communicate the long-term architectural vision, strategy, and roadmap.
* Align architecture with business goals, technology trends, and industry best practices.
* Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and their potential impact on the organization.
Technical Leadership & Guidance:
* Provide technical leadership and guidance to architects, engineers, and development teams.
* Mentor and coach other architects, fostering their professional development.
* Promote a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
* Drive the adoption of architectural best practices and standards.
Solution Architecture & Design:
* Lead the design and architecture of complex, enterprise-scale solutions.
* Ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, and performant.
* Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and platforms.
* Develop architectural artifacts, including diagrams, specifications, and documentation.
Technology Evaluation & Selection:
* Research and evaluate new technologies and platforms.
* Conduct proof-of-concepts and prototypes to validate technical feasibility.
* Develop recommendations for technology adoption and standardization.
* Participate in vendor evaluations and selection processes.
Collaboration & Communication:
* Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, product managers, and technology teams.
* Effectively communicate architectural concepts and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and alignment on architectural decisions.
* Represent the organization's technical interests in industry forums and conferences.
Governance & Compliance:
* Establish and enforce architectural governance processes.
* Ensure compliance with architectural principles, standards, and regulations.
* Review and approve architectural designs and implementations.
* Identify and mitigate architectural risks.
Innovation & Research:
* Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies.
* Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
* Conduct research and experimentation to explore new architectural approaches.
Experience / Qualifications::
* Extensive experience as an architect, with a proven track record of leading and delivering complex solutions.
* Deep understanding of architectural principles, patterns, and best practices.
* Strong knowledge of various technologies and platforms (e.g., cloud computing, microservices, data architecture, security).
* Expertise in solution architecture, design, and implementation.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
* Real world experience modernizing front end web stacks
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
* Experience with Agile development methodologies is a plus.
* Industry certifications are a plus.
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