Solution Architect (Maritime)

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Solution Architect (Maritime)

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Architecture

City

Chippenham, England

• Various, United Kingdom
  
  

Job Description

Solution Architect (Maritime)

Position Description

Challenge yourself and change lives, unlocking complex system solutions as part of a highly motivated and supportive team. Our Architects are trusted to work closely with a wide range of clients on exciting projects with real-world purpose and impact. The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2023 and has been named one of the Worlds Best Employers by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a member not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and youll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. Well train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

Your future duties and responsibilities

The Maritime Environment Solution Architect will be responsible for the development of solutions meeting client objectives and requirements for MOD Research and Development (R&D) projects within CGIs Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit. You will be joining a growing Maritime R&D team as a senior member and will work across existing and new projects and contribute to the identification and creation of new business growth, exploiting developed capabilities. The ideal candidate will have experience of Royal Navy platforms, processes and Combat Management Systems, together with experience of designing future-thinking Generation After Next (GAN) solutions. Your responsibilities will include:

Defining and controlling solutions and system architectures (including models, decisions, validation, evolution, and delivery support), working with the customer and any subcontractors to identify, trade-off and design the overall architecture;

Translating architectures into detailed designs and providing technical leadership to development teams in order to oversee the successful implementation and delivery of the designs;

Assisting with the overall strategy and business development activities, working with multiple stakeholders; and

Developing client facing artefacts and proposals.

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

Demonstrable experience within Software Solutions Architecture, ideally within a Defence Maritime Environment, with experience of Royal Navy platforms, processes and Combat Management Systems

Demonstrated ability to take responsibility for a solution, considering strategic and tactical aspects

Track record of designing high level architectures using standardised approaches and tools, requirements management and Technical Specifications, and then translating these into detailed designs

Ability to lead others in technical work

Proven experience of interacting with external stakeholders to derive successful solutions;

Good planning skills, and able to manage concurrent activities against external dependencies

Good leadership skills in managing, motivating, and coaching

Strong presentation, interpersonal and influencing skills

Comfortable dealing with ambiguous and high-level end-user requirements, and able to resolve these into qualified detailed proposals and solutions

Self-sufficient and results driven, excited by the prospect of playing an important role in growing the business Highly Desirable additional qualifications and qualities:

Track record with R&D, designing future-thinking Generation After Next (GAN) solutions

Track record producing technical reports in support of Science and Technology research

Track record with Agile and DevOps

Track record with AI

TOGAF certified, or equivalent

Track record with Archimate All applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (SC) level.

Insights you can act on While technology is at the heart of our clients digital transformation, we understand that people are at the heart of business success. When you join CGI, you become a trusted advisor, collaborating with colleagues and clients to bring forward actionable insights that deliver meaningful and sustainable outcomes. We call our employees members because they are CGI shareholders and owners, and, as owners, we enjoy working and growing together to build a company we are proud of. This has been our Dream since 1976, and it has brought us to where we are todayone of the worlds largest independent providers of IT and business consulting services. At CGI, we recognize the richness that diversity brings. We strive to create a work culture where everyone belongs, and we collaborate with clients in building more inclusive communities. As an equal opportunity employer, we empower all our members to succeed and grow. If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will be happy to assist. Ready to become part of our success story? Join CGIwhere your ideas and actions make a difference.

Skills

Agile Architecture Leadership Solutions Architecture Artificial Intelligence TOGAF Reference

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