Solutions Architect - GIS

Company description:

Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.

Job description:

Solutions Architect - GIS

Salary & Benefits: Up to £73k dependent on experience, a company car lease/allowance scheme, annual incentive related bonus (up to 10% of annual salary), private health care, attractive pension scheme (Up to 10% company contribution), life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a wellness day. We also offer a fantastic flexible benefits package, where you can choose from benefits such as health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover. Colleagues also have access to a retail savings scheme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

Location: Bradford / Hybrid Working

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday Friday.

We have an exciting opportunity for a ARC GIS Solution Architect to join the Central Architecture team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?

What we do:

Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, its so much more than this.

We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshires water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the regions health, wellbeing, and prosperity.

New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. Our Architecture team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

As a core member of the architecture team, you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing GIS based solutions that align with our business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ARC GIS/ESRI, functional architectural expertise, and a proven track record of successful implementations, particularly involving modern integrations with CRM, ERP and Data & Analytics platforms.

The programme will include several proof of concepts (PoCs) and pilots to improve process, prove new technologies and conclude with a phased roll-out across the entire Yorkshire region.

This is an exciting transformation to be a part of, providing the opportunity to design solutions based on modern technology stacks, that will modernise the way we manage our customer and operations processes.

The successful candidate will join the YW Architecture team helping shape and lead a number of strategic programmes. They must be able to work autonomously across a number of programme streams, partnering with system integrators (SIs) to deliver a future proof and scalable design when it comes to utilisation of the ARC GIS platform.

Where you fit in:

As our ARC GIS Solution Architect you will

• Provide technical guidance and design leadership on the GIS architecture, staying abreast of the latest ARC GIS updates and adopting where appropriate.
• Deliver a GIS roadmap, aligned to Modernisation programme objectives and company strategy
• Provide In-depth knowledge of ARC GIS and ARCGIS Online, customization, configuration, integration and analytical capabilities.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of seamless GIS integrations with YW enterprise applications, ensuring optimal data flow and enhancing overall system efficiency.
• Create and maintain GIS related architecture artefacts, including architecture diagrams, high level design and decision notes.
• Lead and support the recruitment of specialist GIS resources into the business in support of programme delivery and Yorkshire Waters target operating model

What skills & qualifications you will need:

• Excellent communication skills are a must, with the ability to convey complex design concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to assist in translating business requirements to features and user stories.
• Strong architectural, functional and technical experience of designing and implementing comprehensive ARC GIS solutions, including integrations with other enterprise systems (e.g. ERP, CRM).
• Experience of delivering GIS strategies and roadmaps.
• Strong understanding of a GIS Utility Network data model, and core processes required for an implementation, ideally within the utilities sector.
• Experiencing acting as design lead on complex implementations with other knowledgeable consultants when it comes to GIS solutions integrated within the enterprise.
• Experience of mapping end to end architectures within a complex system landscape, inclusive of data and integration design
• Experienced working with large design and delivery teams to drive great outcomes (a blend of client and Systems Integrator resources)
• Experience being an active member of architecture governance forums in support of BAU or Programme based design decisions.

You will also benefit from having:

• Experience of designing solutions integrating ARC GIS with SAP S/4HANA and CRM platforms, using modern integration technologies.
• Experience delivering persona based, GIS Centric analytical dashboards.
• Strong utilities experience, particularly with regards customer and asset management
• Knowledge and experience working Microsoft Azure API Management to deliver event-based integrations.
• Relevant certifications in ARC GIS

Although our assets are operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year the company is committed to support flexible work patterns and job share options, where possible, to give you more control over your time and responsibilities. Whether you have child-care responsibilities or are looking for the ideal work-life balance our flexible options can offer work patterns that suit your needs.

If youre an experienced Solutions Architect with experience of GIS and want to help us deliver exceptional service for our customers whilst protecting the environment, then apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer for you.

We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

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