Cpl Recruitment are partnering with a leading Irish organisation to recruit a Senior Solutions Architect
Location: Hybrid (Office-based Monday & Tuesday) | Salary: Circa €-K+ + Bonus + Benefits
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Solutions Architect to join a dynamic technology team. Reporting to the Head of IT Architecture, you will play a key role in designing and maintaining secure, resilient, and compliant IT architectures within a hybrid environment.
This exciting position focuses on delivering innovative solutions that blend on-premise infrastructure (Nutanix, HPE Greenlake) with public cloud services such as Microsoft Azure and M. You will be responsible for driving architectural governance, risk, and compliance frameworks in a regulated setting, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead the design and evolution of technology architecture and target operating models aligned to strategic goals.
2. Evaluate and recommend software and hardware standards, including custom configurations.
3. Define and promote best practices for hybrid cloud infrastructure environments.
4. Support project teams with architectural guidance through all phases of implementation.
5. Create comprehensive architecture documentation including solution blueprints, diagrams, and detailed designs.
6. Manage architecture governance, including compliance reporting, risk assessments, and adherence to standards.
7. Facilitate collaboration across technical and business teams to ensure cohesive enterprise solutions.
8. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across architecture processes and governance.
Candidate Profile
9. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or relevant experience.
10. Professional architecture certifications such as TOGAF, IASA Core, or equivalent.
11. Technical certifications related to Nutanix, HPE, and Microsoft Azure preferred.
12. Minimum 7 years' experience in IT operations with 3+ years in an architectural or technical leadership role.
13. Proven hands-on experience designing hybrid cloud solutions integrating on-prem infrastructure and Azure cloud.
14. Strong background in architecture governance, risk management, and compliance processes.
15. Skilled in architectural modeling tools such as Archimate.
16. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
17. Experience in regulated industries is a plus but not essential.
18. Minimum stamp 4 visa and live within a commutable distance to Dublin
Why Apply?
19. Competitive salary around €-K+
20. 15% bonus opportunity
21. 25 days annual leave
22. 8% pension contribution
23. € wellness wallet
24. €70 monthly lunch vouchers
25. Free parking onsite
26. Hybrid working model with office days Monday and Tuesday