We are looking for an experiencedTechnical Architect (Systems Integration)to join our Enterprise Architecture team.  This role plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of our product and service integration strategy.  You will collaborate with various teams to integrate our TMS products and their IT systems within the UK.  Reporting to the Head of Platform and Architecture you will collaborate with other architects to implement a strategy to integrate our backend systems and services.

Your responsibilities will include bridging the gap between our separate services and systems to deliver a seamless backend experience. You will also directly contribute to developing roadmaps for platforms, information, data, and technology. Championing Agile delivery methodologies, you will ensure predictable deployments that align with the organisation's strategic IT objectives.

Although not directly involved in coding, your technical understanding will be crucial in driving modernization, solution design, and enabling collaborative problem-solving with various teams. Overall, you will play a crucial role in fostering a culture of shared ownership within engineering and product teams.  These efforts will empower the delivery of high-quality integrated solutions that contribute to the company's success.

What you will be doing:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement a seamlessly integrated suite of services and systems in our technical platform
• Research innovative technologies to enhance integration efficiency, adhering to Zero Trust Architecture principles and best practices for information security and IAM across local and international operations
• Develop and oversee architectural principles, standards, policies, and governance frameworks to ensure secure, high-quality integrations
• Foster collaboration with technical and product teams to align architecture roadmaps with objectives
• Champion successful technical integrations across the organisation, providing guidance, training, and support to all stakeholders
• Stay abreast of cutting-edge technologies, design patterns, and architectural trends, advocating for their adoption within engineering teams to optimise delivery value
• Bridge communication gaps between product, security, and technical functions, fostering a shared understanding of the value proposition for integrated SaaS product offerings across multiple platforms. 
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration by leading workshops and training sessions
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to identify and address inefficiencies in operational processes

What we’re looking for:

• Possess a strong understanding of on-premises and hybrid technical environments, including technologies like .NET, ASP.NET, C#, Java, Xamarin, .NET MAUI, Cordova, Ionic, Android, iOS, Angular, Windows, Linux, Kubernetes, OpenShift, Python, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Kafka, Spark
• Demonstrate a solid grasp of service and application architecture patterns for Microservices, Enterprise Integrations, Clean Architecture, secure coding practices, data encryption, and authentication protocols
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of DevOps and DevSecOps principles
• Excellent communication and ability to build strong relationships across diverse teams and functions
• A strong advocate for and practitioner of Agile development methodologies
• Demonstrated passion for automation and continuous improvement
• Understanding of seamless browser and mobile application architecture principles and methodologies
• A strong understanding of on-premises and hybrid technical environments

It would be desirable if you have:

• Experience with DDD, API Design, Microservices, TDD, and related patterns 
• Familiarity with cloud-native computing concepts and experience with hybrid or private cloud platforms 
• Experience leading and motivating a team of skilled engineers 
• Familiarity with ArchiMate, BizzDesign Enterprise Studio, and/or Wardley Mapping 

Why Microlise?

When your groceries arrive at your door or you sign for your online parcel, one or more of our software, telematics or proof-of-purchase solutions have probably been used. Our solutions deliver value to many of the UK’s leading grocery retailers and food logistics providers as well as to household names including JCB, Stobarts, Carlsberg, Waitrose, and Royal Mail.

Proudly Midlands-based, Microlise has been operating for over thirty years and recently became a Publicly Listed Company with shares trading on the London Stock Exchange. Our growing business is guided by our culture which drives the way we behave, the way we work, the way we connect with our customers, and the way we support and develop our people.

• Full support and training to ensure you are well-equipped to succeed in your role
• Great Place to Work certified – We have been recognised by the global authority on workplace culture, so come be a part of our success!
• Best Workplace in the UK for Tech certified 
• Low overtime culture with flexible working opportunities 
• Access to our salary sacrifice EV Car Scheme - payments are made before tax and other contributions, so saving you money, whilst doing your bit for the environment!
• Private medical insurance with Vitality Health including rewards for members such as: Free Amazon Prime, Apple Watch, discounted gym membership and many more! 
• 25 days holiday, excluding bank holidays, increasing with service. 
• Invested in employee health and well-being with over 20 mental health first aiders in the business. 
• Employee Assistance Programmes 
• Free Costco membership, 20% off EE mobile and line rental, and other local discounts
• Great staff extras: Easter eggs, yearly BBQ, Christmas gifts and annual staff awards
• Free Microlise Cresswell Racing Tickets, support British Superbikes 
• Executive Box at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham 

Recruitment Process

For successful candidates, interviews will take place whilst the advert is still live; so, don’t delay getting your application in! 

Recruitment Agencies

Whilst we make every effort to directly source candidates for our live roles, we do have a very small, preferred supplier list on the occasion we may require additional support. We therefore do not accept speculative CVs and/or cold calls to our Recruitment Team or Hiring Managers. Any queries should be directed to  in the first instance.

Salary Description:From £70,000, dependent on experienceExact Location:Farrington Way, Nottingham, NG16 3AG