Vodafone

Enterprise Architecture Specialist – AI, Data

Vodafone

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: United Kingdom

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Tech Stack

AWSAzureCloudERPHadoopPyTorchSparkSQLTensorflow

About the role

  • The Senior Enterprise Architecture for the AI & Data Domain will provide centralised Enterprise Architecture and Strategy support for the AI & Data domain, acting as a key enabler for strategic alignment between local business objectives and global technology capabilities.
  • This individual will be accountable for the collation, development & publication of Reference Architectures, Standards, Policies and Designs (Logical, Functional, and Application Architecture), working with Domain architecture team to address primarily Group AI & Data Domain Platform needs but also market-specific in alignment with architectural standards, including Vodafone Technology Standards (VTS), Vodafone Open Digital Architecture (V-ODA), and TM Forum API standards.
  • Developing or Publishing Reference Architectures and Designs (Logical, Functional, and Application Architectures) that address both market-specific and global strategic priorities in accordance with industry and Vodafone standards
  • Continuous Evolution of the architectural landscape, ensuring it remains fit for purpose and responsive to changing business demands.
  • Component Definition and Inventory Management: Define V-ODA components in relation to the domain and ensure domain-specific application inventories are accurate and well-maintained.
  • Compliance: Maintain architecture decision logs, draft and update relevant policies, and manage compliance with architectural standards and governance frameworks.
  • High-quality architecture deliverables including comprehensive and accurate architecture diagrams, white papers, and policy and standard documentation.
  • Successful design and implementation of Data & AI architectures.
  • Efficient and scalable Data & AI solutions.
  • Strategic Alignment achieved between local business objectives and global technology capabilities, as evidenced by the successful implementation of Reference Architectures and Designs

Requirements

  • In-depth understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF and eTOM, with a proven track record in conducting architectural planning for complex modernization and transformation programs.
  • Proficiency in technology delivery tooling including the creation of architecture deliverables (e.g., architecture diagrams) and demand flow management (e.g., Jira, Confluence), along with excellent technical authoring skills.
  • Strong experience with AI and machine learning algorithms and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
  • Strong experience in architecting Data warehouse, BI & big data platforms on cloud.
  • In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure Cloud, or Google Cloud.
  • Experience in using and developing with AI services.
  • Experience with data processing, data integration and storage technologies (e.g. Hadoop, Spark, SQL, streaming, file based data movement).
  • Understanding of DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and deployment.
  • Good understanding of Responsible AI & Ethical AI frameworks, EU AI Act.
  • Experience of using RAI frameworks in AI solutions.
  • Strong analytical skills to translate complex business requirements into effective solutions, coupled with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills including with senior leadership.
  • Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively in complex cross-functional teams.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in Enterprise Architecture and strategy.
  • Knowledge of ERP solution & Finance, Supply Chain & HR processes is highly desirable.
  • Academic Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Business Management, Computer Science, or similar required.
  • 3-5 years+ experience within IT programme management, IT Strategy, IT Systems Management, Enterprise Architecture or similar.
  • Up-to-date certifications in Agile Way of Working, with working knowledge of SAFe, SCRUM, Spotify model etc.
  • TOGAF certification is preferred
  • Outstanding written communications and presentation skillset with both internal stakeholders and external customers.
  • Knowledge of Agile collaboration tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, Confluence, Mural etc)
Benefits
  • Discretionary yearly bonus: 10%
  • Annual leave: 28 days + bank holidays + the opportunity to buy/sell/carry over 5 days/year
  • Charity days: 5 days/year
  • Maternity/adoption leave: 52 weeks out of which the first 13 weeks are fully paid followed by 26 weeks of half pay and 6 months - working 4 days, getting paid 5
  • Paternity leave: 16 weeks fully paid
  • Private pension: You can contribute up to 5% of your basic pay with 2:1 matching from Vodafone up to 10%.
  • Access to: private medical, private dental, free health assessments, share save scheme
  • Additional discounts: Vodafone retail, gym, cinema, cycle to work, season ticket loan
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
enterprise architectureTOGAFeTOMAI frameworksmachine learningdata warehousebig datacloud platformsdata processingDevOps
Soft Skills
analytical skillsinterpersonal skillscommunication skillscollaborative skillsproactive problem solvingpresentation skillsstrategic alignmenttechnical authoring
Certifications
TOGAF certificationAgile Way of WorkingSAFeSCRUM