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Central Bank

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Software Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You need 5+ years in design/architecture, tech solutions, agile practices, and knowledge of MS Dynamics 365, Azure, & UML. Strong presentation skills and initiative are essential.
  • You will mentor team members, develop and evaluate solution designs, ensure compliance with architectural standards, support procurement, and drive continuous improvement while staying updated on industry trends.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Design & Architecture, preferably with a background in Solution Delivery/Development.
  • Experience of design and systems architecture providing technical solutions to business problems.
  • Experience across technology layers (database, backend, integration, UX etc)
  • Self-starter with the ability to show initiative and work without supervision.
  • Ability to produce concise, accurate solution designs to meet business requirements.
  • Good presentation skills including experience presenting to senior stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of UML or architectural modelling tools and frameworks such as IASA & TOGAF
  • An interest in emerging technologies and their application.
  • Experience of agile software development practices.
  • Experience across some or all technologies in used in the Bank is preferred – MS Dynamics 365, Angular, SQL Server, .Net, MS Power BI, MS Azure, ERP Technologies and MS365.
  • Experience of the MS Azure Platform services, the design of cloud native business solutions, cloud hybrid solutions or the migration of solutions from on-premises to cloud would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Provide relevant skills transfer, coaching and mentoring to team members to share expertise and ensure that the necessary skills, competencies and knowledge are being developed and leveraged across the team, as appropriate.
  • Develop an in-depth understanding of the specific business areas you are aligned with and have an understanding of organisational inter-dependencies to ensure an enterprise view when designing business solutions.
  • As Senior Solution Architect, work during projects to shape solution options, providing appropriate challenge to stakeholders and influencing strategic direction to ensure that the solutions designed are architecturally aligned, bring value to the organisation and meet business needs.
  • Develop solution designs and supporting technical design documentation in compliance with architectural strategies (vision and roadmap) and principles, carrying out due diligence in identifying the solution and adhering to agreed policies and standards in the areas of security, infrastructure, services, delivery and quality assurance in order to ensure business solutions bring real value to the organisation.
  • In solution procurements, support the preparation of functional requirements, and lead the preparation and evaluation of IT requirements to ensure quality of same. Carry out market research to ensure the right solutions are procured and work with Procurement to ensure successful tender outcomes for the organisation.
  • As required, supervise, mentor and coach Solution Architects and their outputs to ensure that they understand business requirements and provide appropriate solution options to meet same; with access to and utilisation of best practice tools, frameworks and methodologies, in order to deliver the best solutions to meet business need. As required, review Solution Architects work to ensure a focus on consistent and high quality outputs ensuring the processes exist to promote the delivery of good business solutions aligned with IT architecture.
  • Maintain relationships with Enterprise Architecture, Business Analysis and IT Delivery in order to influence decisions made in respect of approaches to and scoping of projects and to influence architectural direction in respect of roadmaps.
  • Support the Solution Architecture Manager in embedding a culture of continuous improvement in the Solution Architecture team by looking for and driving improvements to ‘ways of working’, processes, tools and techniques.
  • Keep up to date with developments and trends in the market place and keep informed about solution approaches that similar / peer organisations are taking to ensure that you are well-informed to make recommendations in respect of business solution options and architectural strategy. Ensure the promotion of knowledge sharing in the team so that they too can contribute to well-informed recommendations.
  • Forbairt dearthaí a stiúradh agus tacú le foirne tionscadal agus foirne um sheachadadh leanúnach chun doiciméid tacaíochta a fhorbairt maidir le dearadh teicniúil, i gcomhréir le straitéis ailtireachta, agus le beartais agus caighdeáin i réimse na slándála, an bhonneagair, na n-oibríochtaí agus na forbartha.
  • Tionchar a imirt ar threo an réitigh gnó agus na hailtireachta straitéisí, trí dhúshlán tairbheach a thabhairt do pháirtithe leasmhara TF agus do pháirtithe leasmhara ón réimse gnó.
  • A bheith ag obair le foireann Soláthair an Bhainc i dtaca le soláthar réitigh chun a chinntiú go mbeidh torthaí rathúla ar thairiscintí, trí thaighde margaidh a dhéanamh, trí thacú le riachtanais fheidhmiúla a ullmhú, agus trí ullmhú agus trí mheasúnú riachtanais TF a stiúradh.
  • Tuiscint a shealbhú ar réimsí sonracha gnó/thacair réitigh mar aon le tuiscint níos leithne ar idirspleáchas eagraíochtúil, chun dearcadh fiontair a áirithiú le linn réitigh ghnó a dhearadh.
  • Aistriú eolais, cóitseáil agus meantóireacht a thabhairt do chomhghleacaithe chun do shaineolas agus do thaithí a roinnt.
  • Tacú le cultúr an fheabhais leanúnaigh a leabú san fhoireann um Ailtireacht Réitigh trí fheabhsuithe a aithint agus a chur chun cinn i dtaca le ‘bealaí oibre’, próisis, caighdeáin, uirlisí agus teicnící.
  • Coinnigh suas chun dáta ar bhonn réamhghníomhach le forbairtí agus treochtaí teicneolaíochta, chun moltaí eolasacha a bheidh dírithe ar an todhchaí a áirithiú i leith roghanna réitigh agus straitéis ailtireachta.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Solution Architect.

How many vacancies are available for this position?

There are 2 vacancies available for the Senior Solution Architect position.

What are the contract types for these positions?

One position is on a contract of indefinite duration, and the other is on a specified purpose contract for 24 months.

What is the salary range for this role?

The BP2 salary scale for this role ranges between €87,306 and €110,059.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Solution Architect?

The primary responsibilities include designing system solutions, developing solution designs and documentation, mentoring team members, influencing project decisions, and maintaining relationships with various stakeholders.

What is the minimum experience required for applicants?

The minimum experience required is 5 years in Design & Architecture, preferably with a background in Solution Delivery/Development.

What technologies or frameworks should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should have experience with technologies such as MS Dynamics 365, Angular, SQL Server, .Net, MS Power BI, MS Azure, ERP Technologies, and MS365, as well as knowledge of UML, IASA, and TOGAF.

Is there a focus on mentoring in this role?

Yes, the role involves providing coaching and mentoring to team members to ensure skill and knowledge development.

How does the Central Bank of Ireland support diversity and inclusion in hiring?

The Central Bank encourages applications from candidates with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, actively supporting candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

What is the approach to working arrangements?

The Central Bank has implemented a hybrid working model, allowing colleagues to work from home up to 50% of their working days.

What kind of support is available for candidates with disabilities?

Candidates with disabilities can contact the Disability Inclusion Partner for reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.

Where should applicants send their completed applications?

Applicants should complete the application form attached via the “apply” link provided in the job description.

What happens after an application is submitted?

Applicants will receive an automatic email acknowledging receipt of their application.

Can applications be submitted in Irish?

Yes, the Central Bank welcomes applications in Irish.

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Central Bank

Strong roots. Endless possibilities.

Finance
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1902
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Central Bank is a privately held $20 billion bank headquartered in Jefferson City, Missouri, serving 13 markets across 8 states. Specialising in community banking, they offer leading-edge technology through a network of over 150 facilities in Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, Colorado, Iowa, Tennessee, North Carolina, Florida, and Oklahoma, along with more than 22,000 ATMs nationwide. Their mission, encapsulated by "Strong Roots. Endless Possibilities," is to deliver high-quality financial products and services that support the growth and success of customers and communities. Committed to local decision-making, they aim to strengthen their community engagement as they expand their offerings.