SENIOR IT ARCHITECTURE MANAGER

Why work for us.
At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future A more connected, more inclusive, and more sustainable world.
We believe technology is only as powerful as the people using it to create a better tomorrow.
Role Purpose.
The IT Enterprise Architect Lead – Ireland is responsible for leading the IT architecture team in Vodafone Ireland.
They are accountable for defining Vodafone’s target architecture and the roadmap from the current state to the target IT architecture, enabling Vodafone’s IT strategy while removing the legacy aligned to the business needs, the global standards, and the target architecture Essence of Role – Key Accountabilities.
Lead the definition of the target IT IE architecture, define the roadmap for IT applications, and formulate and execute the associated transformation plan.
Lead the definition, maintenance, and optimization of the IT application portfolio, with an emphasis on application rationalization and simplification of the current IT landscape.
Identify opportunities to improve performance, availability, and stability of IT applications through architecture improvements.
Lead the definition of information architecture and ownership.
Assess technical and architectural complexity.
Define application integration standards.
Monitor the architectural model at conceptual, logical, and physical levels to verify compliance with global standards.
Validate technical designs against global architecture standards.
Advise on roadmap plans for underlying IT products and services.
Serve as Single Point of Contact (SPOC) in various global initiatives and projects in scope Facilitate re-use from other Markets of technologies and capabilities.
Manage key relationships with Global IT to share knowledge and best practices1.
Identify and propose new and innovative architectures and products/platforms to Global architecture for consideration as a new Vodafone standard We Are Looking For You, If You Have.
Essential Over 5 years of experience at a senior technical position, preferably in Enterprise or Solution Architecture.
Experience in major telecommunications BSS/OSS systems, including CRM, Billing, Service Fulfilment, and Activation.
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate at various levels with internal and external customers.
Solid understanding of both Business and IT issues (also at Technical level).
Solid understanding of the IT Landscape.
Excellent Communication/Presentation skills.
Good perception and analytical ability focused on business solutions.
Good team leadership skills and ability to work in a matrix organization   Desirable University degree in Computer Science related fields.
TOGAF or other Architecture certifications desired.
Digital/BSS/OSS expertise at the architecture level.
Cloud expertise Who we are.
Vodafone is pioneering Ireland's gigabit society.
We are Ireland's leading total communications provider offering products and services make a real impact in the lives and communities of our customers.
As part of Vodafone Group, we are part of the world's largest mobile community with a presence across all five continents.
We’re at the forefront of innovation in Ireland.
From delivering Gigabit speeds which offers the fastest game play for gamers, or helping people work from anywhere in the country, the work we do is at the cutting edge of technology and is constantly evolving.
Our purpose is to connect for a better future, and this is made possible by our people.
No matter what your background, career stage or interests, we have opportunities across all areas of the business, which will help you explore and unlock your full potential.
You will get to work in a fantastic environment where diversity and difference is valued, flexible working is the norm and you’ll get to play a role in delivering Ireland’s Gigabit Society! Our people are at the centre of everything we do.
We employ approximately people in Dublin and across our network of retail stores in Ireland.
Our aim is to ensure each employee has the opportunity to innovate, to be challenged and to be rewarded.
We are dynamic in everything we do, including our approach to training, development, performance management and flexible benefits.
Vodafone is committed to support LGBT+ people at work.
We are an equal opportunities employer where our people can be at their best.
When choosing us……….
When you join the Vodafone Team, you will have the chance to grow your career while also experiencing some serious benefits!  •    Some of the benefits that you will receive along the way are.
•    Competitive Salary •    Flexible working (times and location) is part of our culture where your hours can facilitate your personal work-life balance •    Generous Employer Pension contribution •    Free Phone Bill – When you join the team, your phone bill is on us! You will also receive mobile phone purchasing discounts •    Learning and Development – We provide extensive training to all of our employees so they can progress in their careers! There is also the Vodafone University where our employees can gain incredible skills! •    Exclusive Family and Friends Discounts – Receive additional discounts for you, your Family and Friends on Vodafone Products! •    23 days annual leave and 3 charity days off – PLUS a dedicated day off for your birthday •    Access to our Wellness centre including free access to our Gym, health and wellness centre and external practitioners We are passionate about our employees! Here at Vodafone we want you to bring your whole self to work and we enable this with our progressive workplace policies.
We are proud supporters of the LGBTQ+ community and Vodafone is committed to support all of their employees at work.
We are an equal opportunities employers where our people can be at their best.
When you combine Technology and the human spirit, anything is possible.
And when you join Vodafone, we’ll help you shape a rewarding career that gives back in more ways than one.
Its starts here.
It starts with you.
#LI-JB1   #LI-Hybrid Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded.
We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business.
We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.