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Description IT Solution ArchitectProgramme: LCST(Logistics Commodities & Services Transformation)Location:BristolAre you ready for your next career challenge?.. RoleOverview:We are seeking several IT Solution Architects tojoin the Team in Bristol.As an IT Solution Architect, you willbe responsible for designing and delivering complex end to endsolutions using a multitude of applications and technologies withinthe supply chain management business domain.This role will assurethat the solution architecture can meet the key projectfunctional and non-functional requirements identified for theLCST programme. The IT Solution Architect will lead the solutiondevelopment through all phases of the delivery lifecycle, fromrequirements capture, high level design, low level design,development into the release and solution sustainment phases.Youwill provide support to the Head of Architect on a variety ofdesign decisions including:Solution evaluation: buy vs. build vsreusePlatform selectionEarly-phase project estimatesEnsuringcompliance with all design principles and architectureframeworksEnsuring compliance with technical, security, customerand regulatory standards. Supporting customer and stakeholdermeetings and technical discussions.Skills Required:Previousexperience as a Solution Architect on large complex customerprojects.Production of cross domain (Business, Application Data,Infrastructure, Security) end to end architecture deliverables,such as proposal designs, high level designs and interfacespecifications.Experience in bespoke and COTSapplicationsExperience in integration concepts and technologiese.g. SOA, ESBs, EAI, XML, Web Services, MQExperience working withlarge scale, distributed event driven architectures.Experience incloud with AWS or similarExperience in working collaborativelywithin a multi-supplier/vendor environment.Strong consulting,leading and mentoring skills along with the ability to effectivelycommunicate and collaborate with stakeholders at all levelsBroadknowledge of and experience with a wide variety of applicationtechnologies, platforms, and tools including web-based systemsdatabases, middleware/integration technologies, security,and infrastructureExcellent written, verbal, and presentationcommunication skillsExcellent analytical and technicalskillsBachelor’s Degree in related field and/or extensive relatedexperienceSkills Desired:Experience in multi-stakeholder logistics/supply chain management solutions using modern commercial solutionssuch as:IntegrationPlatforms Manufacturing/Repairs systems,WarehouseManagement Systems,Transport Management Systems,Order ManagementSystem,Inventory Management SystemsEnterprise Resource PlanningSystemsProcurement SystemsData, Analytics and MI systemsExperiencein TOGAF/MODAF is desirableExperience in ArchimateExperienceworking in a CMMI level 3 environmentClearance Requirements:BPSSPre-screening required to startSC Required for roleLeidos UK! Joinour team and discover a culture of collaboration, innovation,diversity, trust, caring management, communication transparency,work-life balance, and overall job satisfaction...What we do foryou:At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as ateam and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful andengaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for yourcareer goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.Weprovide an employment package that attracts, develops and retainsonly the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:•   Contributory Pension Scheme•    PrivateMedical Insurance•    33 days Annual Leave(including public and privilege holidays)•    Accessto Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gymmemberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to workscheme)• Dynamic Working Commitment to Diversity:Wewelcome applications from every part of the community and arecommitted to a truly diverse and inclusive culture.  We fostera sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions,and providing equal access to opportunities and resources foreveryone.  If you have a disability or need any reasonableadjustments during the application and selection stages please letus know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.WhoWe Are:The Logistics Commodities & Services Transformation(LCST) Programme for the UK Ministry of Defence is a criticaleffort to enhance and improve the UK’s defence supply chain. Theprogramme provides essential services such as storage anddistribution for the MOD's materiel, including a global freightservice and the procurement and inventory management of 70,000commodity NATO Stock Number (NSNs).Working together as Team Leidoswe are helping to transform the UK's defence supply chain byproviding an integration of a complex mixture of services, at lowrisk, using a modern suite of systems that will deliver one versionof the truth. For the first time, the MOD will see the wholepicture, as it is happening.What Makes Us Different:Purpose: youcan use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people youcare about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI,cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technologyfrontline by helping to build a safer world.  You can inspirechange.Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one ofour core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinaryteam.  We have been empowering our people to work flexibly foryears.  Whether you work from home, the office or on customersites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility towork smarter and align your needs andours.          People:Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves andgives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilstdeveloping. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunitiesto grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we investin technical academies, career rotations and a career developmentplans that enhance your future. Original Posting:For U.S.Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidosreasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain openfor at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlierthan 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.PayRange:The Leidos pay range for this job level is a generalguideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (butare not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education,experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internalequity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement(if any), or other law.