Solution Architect - HS2 Main Works

Job description

At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society. You will be working in the HS2 Main Works, the SCS Joint Venture with Costain and Strabag, our HS2 Main Works South team is delivering one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects – 26 miles of tunnels from London Euston to West Ruislip, along with viaducts, bridges and embankments that will connect communities for generations. We are currently looking for a Solution Architect who will: As the Solution Architect, you will: Development and analyse and deliver solutions and ensure integration requirements align with best practice and policies for projects/BAU works which involves IT systems. Hands on skill to help deliver Design, Build, Test and also to lead/review the works delivered by third parties Lead and manage integration of architecture activities together with other IT architects, support teams and 3rd party vendors Be "the go-to person" for all the integration related topics, information and knowledge of the integration technologies, platforms and architecture Closely work with support/service team, 3rd parties to monitor integration related issues and lead resolution in timely manner (specifically production incidents) and take proactive actions Update integration architecture related artefacts (integration inventory, integration architecture/design, guidelines, integration patterns) Ensure compliance with IT Security policies, and participate in security, audit and regulatory initiatives. Reinforce security rules and escalate where risky activity is detected We are looking for: Azure cloud services, Python, Databricks and ETLs Protocols and formats REST/SOAP, JSON, XML, etc DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, Git, and automated testing frameworks Strong understanding of data warehousing, data pipelines, and cloud-native architecture Demonstrated ability to produce High Level Design and Low Level Design documents Proactive, resourceful, and self-motivated with a delivery mindset Strong interpersonal skills; works well in teams and builds productive relationships Champions quality, security, and best practice What we offer: 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family Financial wellbeing and employee assistance Professional development Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity, dependants and parental bereavement leave) Inclusion and Diversity We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way. Flexible working Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore. Reasonable adjustments We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please contact us at or call 0330 105 2000 – Option 5 & 1. Closing date We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change. If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success – every step of the way. If you are an internal candidate currently working on the SCS project, please apply through the SCS JV Careers Portal to avoid duplicate applications.