Solution Architect, Inchcape Shipping Services
£70-75k
More information about location
2-3 days a week in office (Fenchurch Street, London)
Global marine services
Open for applications
Global marine services
1001+ employees
Open for applications
£70-75k
More information about location
2-3 days a week in office (Fenchurch Street, London)
1001+ employees
Company mission
To have a connected world, in which their customers trade successfully and make better decisions in every port, everywhere.
Role
Who you are
- Proven experience as a Solution Architect or similar role, with a strong background in technology, development, or business
- Solid understanding of architectural principles
- Proficiency with our tech stack: AWS, C#, React
- Experience in designing and implementing RESTful services
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively
- Background in any of the following areas is highly desirable: finance systems, low-code/no-code platforms, C#, React
What the job involves
- We are now seeking a Solution Architect to join our IT Architecture team
- The role holder will be responsible for supporting planning, design, and development of Inchcape’s core products across various lines of business
- Solution Architects at Inchcape work with business, technology, and development stakeholders to design high-level solutions to various business problems
- Typically, solutions will consider multiple options to satisfy all BDAT domains, with recommendations brought to an Architecture Review Board for validation
- On approval, the role holder will follow the design through approval of low-level design and hand-over to development
- Solutions must be cost-effective, scalable, and supportable, and aligned with Inchcape’s principles, standards, and frameworks
- Provide end-to-end solution designs and architecture at the product/segment level keeping broad enterprise vision in mind
- Collaboratively maintain and propose changes to the design, architecture and technology standards, principles, framework, and guardrails
- Ensure architectural standards, governance, and principles are implemented effectively by auditing assigned IT programs, projects, products, and small works
- Optimise deliverables for business value realisation, considering reusability of solutions, architectural building blocks, components, and designs
- Review new and existing designs against architectural standards and principles
- Ensure Business Impact Assessment, Business Continuity and DR processes are standardised, resilient and tested to meet the agreed business requirements
- Assess new technologies for effectiveness and better cost-to-value for business problems
- Work in collaboration with stakeholder groups, providing technical guidance and support to ensure the successful and cost-effective delivery of projects
- Design and develop robust, scalable solutions that align with architectural principles and best practices and consider each of the BDAT domains (Business, Data, Application, and Technology)
- Solution development based on existing technology stack to limit technological creep. The Inchcape ecosystem is mostly AWS, C# and React. Services are loosely coupled and integrated mainly through REST interfaces
- Ensure the architecture aligns with business goals and objectives, providing a clear path for future scalability and integration
- Identify and assess new technology for potential adoption within ISS
- Create feasibility study and proofs of concept for given business problems
- Align architecture with the business strategy, IT strategy and product delivery roadmaps
- Management and governance of technology bricks and technical debt, for hardware and software used in production and non-production environments
- Solution Architecture for assigned workstreams and initiatives as appropriate, including:
- HLDs
- NFRs
- LLD sign-off
- Lifecycle management of end-to-end Design & Architecture that is fit for Inchcape
- Due diligence and peer support through procurement and governance boards
Salary benchmarks
Our take
With over 175 years of maritime experience, Inchcape Shipping Services is a leading provider of marine services, managing all aspects of multinational ports and maritime logistics, from crew management to legal compliance. Its extensive network covers over 85% of the world's ports, supported by its network of port agents and partner companies.
Despite its long-standing presence, Inchcape stays ahead by embracing diversity initiatives and prioritising workforce welfare. Recognising the unique health and financial needs of shipping industry workers and their families, Inchcape leverages its extensive maritime experience to provide exceptional care for its employees. Additionally, the company has developed industry-leading visualisation software that offers customers real-time information on their vessels and ports.
Inchcape was acquired by Epiris in early 2022, a London-based equity firm, which has spurred its expansion into new market sectors, including the acquisition of Belgium's Kennedy Hunter NV. The company also announced the opening of a new office in Busan, South Korea, enhancing its global reach. Under Epiris' guidance, Inchcape plans to continue making strategic acquisitions to grow its network and operational expertise. Shifts in the C-suite means Svend Andersen was appointed as the new CCO bringing a fresh perspective to lead the company through this next phase of growth.
Kirsty
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Company benefits
- Flexible hybrid working
- Global coverage with travel opportunities
- Pension contribution
- Family health / medical cover
- Car allowance
- Generous external training
- All you can eat Udemy subscription
- 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Employee discount scheme for retail/travel/leisure
- Life assurance cover
- Contributory company pension scheme
- Full Employee Assistance Programme including access to care support covering work, family, relationships, money and health
- Career development and progression opportunities, including travel to other Inchcape port locations across the UK
- Values Award celebration events
- Team building days
Company values
- Global Perspective - we connect the world and see the bigger picture
- The Power of People - we rely on the strength of local agent knowledge and relationships
- Progress - we adopt new thinking and push for positive change in our industry
Company HQ
City of London, London, UK
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Leadership
Philippe Maezelle
(Chief Executive Officer)Previously worked as CEO at International SOS and Alfred H Knight. Also worked at DHL for 14 years.
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