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Job Description

What you'll be doing:

You will be working for the Lead Solution Architect in a Solution Architect role for TMDC across multiple different components, mostly based around Java tooling (both OLTP and Batch) but also including Python aspects. The components run on the banks on-premises infrastructure and on the banks GCP installation. 

Carrying out Architecture and design work to propose/refine technical implementation options Working closely with Business Analysts to understand functional and non-functional requirements to feed into your Architecture/Design work Define and maintain interface definitions across our internal components and for our external interfaces Working closely with SRE team to understand their needs and define solution improvements to accommodate these Working closely with our QA team to help decision making on what testing to carry out and how to integrate to solutions Taking responsibility for the completeness of Architecture records and documentation Running the Architecture forum for the TMDC domain Working across multiple squads to assist Tech Leads and Senior Engineers with design and compliance activities

What experience you'll bring:

Experienced Software Engineer, including extended experience with Java Combined experience as a Software Engineer then Solution Architect Deep professional experience of at least one storage technology, preferably Oracle or Google Big Query Professional experience working with Google Cloud Platform Professional experience of at least one "CI/CD" tool such as Team City, Jenkins, GitHub Actions Experience of working with Agile build and deployment practices Knowledge and track record of creating and delivering technical designs that consider the full range of non-functional requirement categories (e.g. reliability, scalability, observability, testability) Deep understanding of relevant Architecture styles and their trade-offs - e.g. Microservices, Monolith, Batch Experience of working in one of more large data integration projects/products Experience of working with a globally distributed team requiring remote interaction across locations, time zones and diverse cultures Data modelling experience Understanding of data security principles and implementation considerations Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Ideal to Have

Knowledge of DB environment (e.g. DB GCP, Fabric, DWEB, eIDp, AutoBahn) Previous experience of working in a role requiring significant Data Architecture contribution Experience and knowledge of Data Engineering topics such as partitioning, optimisation based on different goals (e.g. retrieval performance vs performance) Experience working with confidential data and strategies to avoid direct use of raw data Experience related to any of payment scanning, fraud checking, integrity monitoring, payment lifecycle management Experience working with TMDC GCP tech stack – Cloud Composer, Dataproc, BigQuery, Looker Experience working with Apache Spark Experience working with Kotlin Experience working with Drools or similar product (e.g. Red Hat rules, IBM ODM, Open Rules) Experience of different JavaScript frameworks (e.g. React, Angular)

Who we are:

We’re a business with a global reach that empowers local teams, and we undertake hugely exciting work that is genuinely changing the world. Our advanced portfolio of consulting, applications, business process, cloud, and infrastructure services will allow you to achieve great things by working with brilliant colleagues, and clients, on exciting projects.

Our inclusive work environment prioritises mutual respect, accountability, and continuous learning for all our people. This approach fosters collaboration, well-being, growth, and agility, leading to a more diverse, innovative, and competitive organisation. We are also proud to share that we have a range of Inclusion Networks such as: the Women’s Business Network, Cultural and Ethnicity Network, LGBTQ+ & Allies Network, Neurodiversity Network and the Parent Network.

For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion please click here: Creating Inclusion Together at NTT DATA UK | NTT DATA

what we'll offer you:

We offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensure that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.

You can find more information about NTT DATA UK & Ireland here: NTT DATA UK & I 

We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer - we want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application and interview process, if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we look forward to hearing from you.

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