2,923 Middleware Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom

**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
Join our Intelligent Infrastructure discipline and make a real-world difference, working on crucial projects for public sector clients such as, helping to define and deliver the architecture for the UK's largest traffic management system, developing the UK Connected Vehicle Services architecture, and supporting a national highway authority to create operational technology security architectures to 2030 and beyond.
**A little more about your role.**
WSP is looking for an experienced Enterprise or Solution Architecture Consultant to join our industry-leading Intelligent Infrastructure team. We provide technical professional services to transport clients throughout the UK and overseas to deliver tangible value for through technology enabled change.
As an Architect, you will take a lead technical role on projects to provide client facing advisory and assurance services.
Responsibilities:
+ Leading teams to deliver consultancy services
+ Working with clients and stakeholders at all levels to understand business needs and enable change
+ Collaborating with clients, partners, and supply chains to solve complex business and technical problems
+ Developing and documenting Architectures at various levels
+ Acting as a technical authority and providing assurance services
+ Planning and delivering work packages within a project or programme
+ Acting as an Architecture champion within our team and in our global networks, providing mentorship, support and guidance across projects and bids
**Your team.**
This role sits within the II System and Infrastructure business and will form a key part of the growing Data and Architecture Capability, which is our centre of excellence for digital skills.
Our Intelligent Infrastructure - Systems and Infrastructure team is growing rapidly to deliver exciting projects in areas such as connected and autonomous vehicles, next generation traffic control systems, 5G, and digital twins. We are developing our technology capabilities to meet these demands and have a number of opportunities for technology specialists to join out Data and Architecture consultancy capability.
The Capability team provides a community of colleagues working in and around technology to help you deliver effectively and support your professional development through training, mentoring and opportunities to really stretch your capabilities.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Undergraduate or higher Degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience and qualifications
+ Acted as lead consultant/architect and technical authority
+ Successfully lead a team to deliver technical tasks
+ Conducted discovery activities and working with stakeholders at all levels to understand their needs
+ Development and documentation of Enterprise, Business, and Application domains using established architecture frameworks such as TOGAF
+ Strong analytical skills and a proven ability to think creatively to solve problems.
+ Client-facing experience and excellent communications skills, both written and face-to-face
+ Experience delivering complex technology projects and programmes in waterfall and agile environments
+ In addition, it would be great if you have some of these as well:
+ Experience working with Operational Technology architectures (highly desirable)
+ Qualifications in relevant frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF, COBIT, Service Design, Business Analysis, or ITIL
+ Experience in development of architectures in data, (cloud) technology, security or software solution domains
+ Awareness of UK Government policies, standards and initiatives such as the National Data and AI Strategies
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
#LI-ES1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._

**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
Join our Intelligent Infrastructure discipline and make a real-world difference, working on crucial projects for public sector clients such as, helping to define and deliver the architecture for the UK's largest traffic management system, developing the UK Connected Vehicle Services architecture, and supporting a national highway authority to create operational technology security architectures to 2030 and beyond.
**A little more about your role.**
WSP is looking for an experienced Enterprise or Solution Architecture Consultant to join our industry-leading Intelligent Infrastructure team. We provide technical professional services to transport clients throughout the UK and overseas to deliver tangible value for through technology enabled change.
As an Architect, you will take a lead technical role on projects to provide client facing advisory and assurance services.
Responsibilities:
+ Leading teams to deliver consultancy services
+ Working with clients and stakeholders at all levels to understand business needs and enable change
+ Collaborating with clients, partners, and supply chains to solve complex business and technical problems
+ Developing and documenting Architectures at various levels
+ Acting as a technical authority and providing assurance services
+ Planning and delivering work packages within a project or programme
+ Acting as an Architecture champion within our team and in our global networks, providing mentorship, support and guidance across projects and bids
**Your team.**
This role sits within the II System and Infrastructure business and will form a key part of the growing Data and Architecture Capability, which is our centre of excellence for digital skills.
Our Intelligent Infrastructure - Systems and Infrastructure team is growing rapidly to deliver exciting projects in areas such as connected and autonomous vehicles, next generation traffic control systems, 5G, and digital twins. We are developing our technology capabilities to meet these demands and have a number of opportunities for technology specialists to join out Data and Architecture consultancy capability.
The Capability team provides a community of colleagues working in and around technology to help you deliver effectively and support your professional development through training, mentoring and opportunities to really stretch your capabilities.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Undergraduate or higher Degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience and qualifications
+ Acted as lead consultant/architect and technical authority
+ Successfully lead a team to deliver technical tasks
+ Conducted discovery activities and working with stakeholders at all levels to understand their needs
+ Development and documentation of Enterprise, Business, and Application domains using established architecture frameworks such as TOGAF
+ Strong analytical skills and a proven ability to think creatively to solve problems.
+ Client-facing experience and excellent communications skills, both written and face-to-face
+ Experience delivering complex technology projects and programmes in waterfall and agile environments
+ In addition, it would be great if you have some of these as well:
+ Experience working with Operational Technology architectures (highly desirable)
+ Qualifications in relevant frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF, COBIT, Service Design, Business Analysis, or ITIL
+ Experience in development of architectures in data, (cloud) technology, security or software solution domains
+ Awareness of UK Government policies, standards and initiatives such as the National Data and AI Strategies
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
#LI-ES1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._

**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
Join our Intelligent Infrastructure discipline and make a real-world difference, working on crucial projects for public sector clients such as, helping to define and deliver the architecture for the UK's largest traffic management system, developing the UK Connected Vehicle Services architecture, and supporting a national highway authority to create operational technology security architectures to 2030 and beyond.
**A little more about your role.**
WSP is looking for an experienced Enterprise or Solution Architecture Consultant to join our industry-leading Intelligent Infrastructure team. We provide technical professional services to transport clients throughout the UK and overseas to deliver tangible value for through technology enabled change.
As an Architect, you will take a lead technical role on projects to provide client facing advisory and assurance services.
Responsibilities:
+ Leading teams to deliver consultancy services
+ Working with clients and stakeholders at all levels to understand business needs and enable change
+ Collaborating with clients, partners, and supply chains to solve complex business and technical problems
+ Developing and documenting Architectures at various levels
+ Acting as a technical authority and providing assurance services
+ Planning and delivering work packages within a project or programme
+ Acting as an Architecture champion within our team and in our global networks, providing mentorship, support and guidance across projects and bids
**Your team.**
This role sits within the II System and Infrastructure business and will form a key part of the growing Data and Architecture Capability, which is our centre of excellence for digital skills.
Our Intelligent Infrastructure - Systems and Infrastructure team is growing rapidly to deliver exciting projects in areas such as connected and autonomous vehicles, next generation traffic control systems, 5G, and digital twins. We are developing our technology capabilities to meet these demands and have a number of opportunities for technology specialists to join out Data and Architecture consultancy capability.
The Capability team provides a community of colleagues working in and around technology to help you deliver effectively and support your professional development through training, mentoring and opportunities to really stretch your capabilities.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Undergraduate or higher Degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience and qualifications
+ Acted as lead consultant/architect and technical authority
+ Successfully lead a team to deliver technical tasks
+ Conducted discovery activities and working with stakeholders at all levels to understand their needs
+ Development and documentation of Enterprise, Business, and Application domains using established architecture frameworks such as TOGAF
+ Strong analytical skills and a proven ability to think creatively to solve problems.
+ Client-facing experience and excellent communications skills, both written and face-to-face
+ Experience delivering complex technology projects and programmes in waterfall and agile environments
+ In addition, it would be great if you have some of these as well:
+ Experience working with Operational Technology architectures (highly desirable)
+ Qualifications in relevant frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF, COBIT, Service Design, Business Analysis, or ITIL
+ Experience in development of architectures in data, (cloud) technology, security or software solution domains
+ Awareness of UK Government policies, standards and initiatives such as the National Data and AI Strategies
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
#LI-ES1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._

**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
Join our Intelligent Infrastructure discipline and make a real-world difference, working on crucial projects for public sector clients such as, helping to define and deliver the architecture for the UK's largest traffic management system, developing the UK Connected Vehicle Services architecture, and supporting a national highway authority to create operational technology security architectures to 2030 and beyond.
**A little more about your role.**
WSP is looking for an experienced Enterprise or Solution Architecture Consultant to join our industry-leading Intelligent Infrastructure team. We provide technical professional services to transport clients throughout the UK and overseas to deliver tangible value for through technology enabled change.
As an Architect, you will take a lead technical role on projects to provide client facing advisory and assurance services.
Responsibilities:
+ Leading teams to deliver consultancy services
+ Working with clients and stakeholders at all levels to understand business needs and enable change
+ Collaborating with clients, partners, and supply chains to solve complex business and technical problems
+ Developing and documenting Architectures at various levels
+ Acting as a technical authority and providing assurance services
+ Planning and delivering work packages within a project or programme
+ Acting as an Architecture champion within our team and in our global networks, providing mentorship, support and guidance across projects and bids
**Your team.**
This role sits within the II System and Infrastructure business and will form a key part of the growing Data and Architecture Capability, which is our centre of excellence for digital skills.
Our Intelligent Infrastructure - Systems and Infrastructure team is growing rapidly to deliver exciting projects in areas such as connected and autonomous vehicles, next generation traffic control systems, 5G, and digital twins. We are developing our technology capabilities to meet these demands and have a number of opportunities for technology specialists to join out Data and Architecture consultancy capability.
The Capability team provides a community of colleagues working in and around technology to help you deliver effectively and support your professional development through training, mentoring and opportunities to really stretch your capabilities.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Undergraduate or higher Degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience and qualifications
+ Acted as lead consultant/architect and technical authority
+ Successfully lead a team to deliver technical tasks
+ Conducted discovery activities and working with stakeholders at all levels to understand their needs
+ Development and documentation of Enterprise, Business, and Application domains using established architecture frameworks such as TOGAF
+ Strong analytical skills and a proven ability to think creatively to solve problems.
+ Client-facing experience and excellent communications skills, both written and face-to-face
+ Experience delivering complex technology projects and programmes in waterfall and agile environments
+ In addition, it would be great if you have some of these as well:
+ Experience working with Operational Technology architectures (highly desirable)
+ Qualifications in relevant frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF, COBIT, Service Design, Business Analysis, or ITIL
+ Experience in development of architectures in data, (cloud) technology, security or software solution domains
+ Awareness of UK Government policies, standards and initiatives such as the National Data and AI Strategies
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
#LI-ES1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._

**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
Join our Intelligent Infrastructure discipline and make a real-world difference, working on crucial projects for public sector clients such as, helping to define and deliver the architecture for the UK's largest traffic management system, developing the UK Connected Vehicle Services architecture, and supporting a national highway authority to create operational technology security architectures to 2030 and beyond.
**A little more about your role.**
WSP is looking for an experienced Enterprise or Solution Architecture Consultant to join our industry-leading Intelligent Infrastructure team. We provide technical professional services to transport clients throughout the UK and overseas to deliver tangible value for through technology enabled change.
As an Architect, you will take a lead technical role on projects to provide client facing advisory and assurance services.
Responsibilities:
+ Leading teams to deliver consultancy services
+ Working with clients and stakeholders at all levels to understand business needs and enable change
+ Collaborating with clients, partners, and supply chains to solve complex business and technical problems
+ Developing and documenting Architectures at various levels
+ Acting as a technical authority and providing assurance services
+ Planning and delivering work packages within a project or programme
+ Acting as an Architecture champion within our team and in our global networks, providing mentorship, support and guidance across projects and bids
**Your team.**
This role sits within the II System and Infrastructure business and will form a key part of the growing Data and Architecture Capability, which is our centre of excellence for digital skills.
Our Intelligent Infrastructure - Systems and Infrastructure team is growing rapidly to deliver exciting projects in areas such as connected and autonomous vehicles, next generation traffic control systems, 5G, and digital twins. We are developing our technology capabilities to meet these demands and have a number of opportunities for technology specialists to join out Data and Architecture consultancy capability.
The Capability team provides a community of colleagues working in and around technology to help you deliver effectively and support your professional development through training, mentoring and opportunities to really stretch your capabilities.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Undergraduate or higher Degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience and qualifications
+ Acted as lead consultant/architect and technical authority
+ Successfully lead a team to deliver technical tasks
+ Conducted discovery activities and working with stakeholders at all levels to understand their needs
+ Development and documentation of Enterprise, Business, and Application domains using established architecture frameworks such as TOGAF
+ Strong analytical skills and a proven ability to think creatively to solve problems.
+ Client-facing experience and excellent communications skills, both written and face-to-face
+ Experience delivering complex technology projects and programmes in waterfall and agile environments
+ In addition, it would be great if you have some of these as well:
+ Experience working with Operational Technology architectures (highly desirable)
+ Qualifications in relevant frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF, COBIT, Service Design, Business Analysis, or ITIL
+ Experience in development of architectures in data, (cloud) technology, security or software solution domains
+ Awareness of UK Government policies, standards and initiatives such as the National Data and AI Strategies
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
#LI-ES1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._

**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
Join our Intelligent Infrastructure discipline and make a real-world difference, working on crucial projects for public sector clients such as, helping to define and deliver the architecture for the UK's largest traffic management system, developing the UK Connected Vehicle Services architecture, and supporting a national highway authority to create operational technology security architectures to 2030 and beyond.
**A little more about your role.**
WSP is looking for an experienced Enterprise or Solution Architecture Consultant to join our industry-leading Intelligent Infrastructure team. We provide technical professional services to transport clients throughout the UK and overseas to deliver tangible value for through technology enabled change.
As an Architect, you will take a lead technical role on projects to provide client facing advisory and assurance services.
Responsibilities:
+ Leading teams to deliver consultancy services
+ Working with clients and stakeholders at all levels to understand business needs and enable change
+ Collaborating with clients, partners, and supply chains to solve complex business and technical problems
+ Developing and documenting Architectures at various levels
+ Acting as a technical authority and providing assurance services
+ Planning and delivering work packages within a project or programme
+ Acting as an Architecture champion within our team and in our global networks, providing mentorship, support and guidance across projects and bids
**Your team.**
This role sits within the II System and Infrastructure business and will form a key part of the growing Data and Architecture Capability, which is our centre of excellence for digital skills.
Our Intelligent Infrastructure - Systems and Infrastructure team is growing rapidly to deliver exciting projects in areas such as connected and autonomous vehicles, next generation traffic control systems, 5G, and digital twins. We are developing our technology capabilities to meet these demands and have a number of opportunities for technology specialists to join out Data and Architecture consultancy capability.
The Capability team provides a community of colleagues working in and around technology to help you deliver effectively and support your professional development through training, mentoring and opportunities to really stretch your capabilities.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Undergraduate or higher Degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience and qualifications
+ Acted as lead consultant/architect and technical authority
+ Successfully lead a team to deliver technical tasks
+ Conducted discovery activities and working with stakeholders at all levels to understand their needs
+ Development and documentation of Enterprise, Business, and Application domains using established architecture frameworks such as TOGAF
+ Strong analytical skills and a proven ability to think creatively to solve problems.
+ Client-facing experience and excellent communications skills, both written and face-to-face
+ Experience delivering complex technology projects and programmes in waterfall and agile environments
+ In addition, it would be great if you have some of these as well:
+ Experience working with Operational Technology architectures (highly desirable)
+ Qualifications in relevant frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF, COBIT, Service Design, Business Analysis, or ITIL
+ Experience in development of architectures in data, (cloud) technology, security or software solution domains
+ Awareness of UK Government policies, standards and initiatives such as the National Data and AI Strategies
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
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**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
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**Description**
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.
Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
About Enterprise Architecture:
Enterprise Architecture is an organization at American Express and it is a key enabler of the company's technology strategy. The four pillars of Enterprise Architecture include:
1. Architecture as Code: this pillar owns and operates foundational technologies that are leveraged by engineering teams across the enterprise.
2. Architecture as Design: this pillar includes the solution and technical design for transformation programs and business critical projects which need architectural guidance and support.
3. Governance: this pillar is responsible for defining technical standards, and developing innovative tools that automate controls to ensure compliance.
4. Colleague Enablement: this pillar is focused on colleague development, recognition, training, and enterprise outreach.
**How will you make an impact in this role?**
Responsibilities:
+ Ensures Technology Platform solutions are aligned with the corresponding Platform Blueprint and Company Platform roadmaps; may be called on to be the Technology Platform Single Point of Contact (SPOC)
+ Focuses on cross-platform integration to use and optimize platform capabilities
+ Ensures the engineered environment meets the specification in terms of business requirements, application design and infrastructure requirements, i.e. accountable for the platform integration performance and efficiency
+ Performs hands-on solution architecture design work and actively participates in design and code reviews to ensure both delivery of desired business outcomes and alignment to enterprise standards
+ Provides input and functional direction to the Technology Platform's API strategy and implementation roadmap
+ Works with Business and Data Architects to align and incorporate their input into platform solutions
+ Responsible for coaching and mentoring engineering resources on solution architecture, providing advice, mentorship and assistance to less experienced colleagues as required
+ Identifies technical solutions and business process improvements in support of the business and IT strategic direction
+ Finds opportunities to embrace innovative technologies
+ Interacts with business partners and product engineering teams to share and direct architecture practices that may affect business solution delivery
+ Provides architectural governance, reviewing projects to ensure alignment to architectural and technical strategy by driving Technology Platform to Platform Architecture Review (PAR) approval level
+ Advises product delivery resources on the best time to engage dependent teams (for example, database engineering teams)
+ Ensures accurate asset information is documented and recorded in the appropriate repositories for the assigned portfolio
**Minimum Qualifications:**
+ 4-5 years of hands-on programming experience meaningful to the assigned Technology Platform in a professional environment and/or comparable experience such as:
+ Advanced hands-on experience with application solution architecture design and end-toend software development of complex distributed (multi-tiered) systems
+ Prior experience in multiple IT disciplines with a confirmed understanding of architectural concepts (business, data, technical and solution) and track record of implementation
+ Extensive experience using a systems analysis and design methodology that is applicable to an agile product environment
+ Bachelor's Degree in computer science, engineering, information systems or related field required; advanced degree preferred
+ Prior hands-on experience with one or more core technology stack components within the assigned portfolio, such as relevant frameworks and/or programming languages
+ Advanced to authoritative level knowledge and understanding of solution architecture, complex application systems design and platform integration via modern approaches (i.e. RESTful APIs)
+ Proven understanding of relevant supporting architecture domains required to align and deliver solutions (business, information, application, technical, etc.)
+ Ability to perform system design reviews to ensure selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources, and alignment to strategic platform roadmaps
+ Channel-specific solution architecture skills as required by the assigned platform, such as web, mobile, voice or interactive media
+ Advanced skills with Open Source components, frameworks and complex systems integration
+ Full understanding of Service Oriented Architecture design principles, execution patterns and performance optimization techniques
+ Able to participate in the prevention, diagnosis, and resolution of system outages as a leader in the underlying architecture
+ Experienced level understanding of relevant SDLC methodologies, practices and compliance policies/procedures
+ Deep business capability domain knowledge relative to the assigned portfolio
+ Able to acquire results with an emphasis on reducing cycle time and growing the speed to market of new products
+ Excellent interpersonal skills (verbal and written), as well as effective consultative and influential leadership skills
+ Well versed in current industry best practices regarding solution delivery disciplines
+ Strong business insight with the ability to identify key issues and their impact in a broad business context
Non-considerations for sponsorship:
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the UK is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
Considerations for sponsorship:
Depending on factors such as business unit requirements, the nature of the position, cost and applicable laws, American Express may provide visa sponsorship for certain positions.
**Qualifications**
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
+ Competitive base salaries
+ Bonus incentives
+ Support for financial-well-being and retirement
+ Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
+ Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
+ Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
+ Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
+ Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
+ Career development and training opportunities
Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
**Job:** Technology
**Primary Location:** United Kingdom-London-London
**Schedule** Full-time
**Req ID:**

£100,000 per annum + £,744 car allowance per annum + company bonusnHybrid working-60% at our Head Office, SwindonnHappy to consider flexible workingnYou must have the right to work in the UK on a long term ongoing basis, we are unable to sponsor individuals for this role.nAbout usnMore than 22,400 customers rely on us as the UK's leading newspaper and magazine wholesaler. With nightly miracles delivered by an extensive network of distribution centres, we have more roles than you realise. One look at our heritage tells you that we’re as good as our word – we have a reputation built on security, reliability, and delivering on promises. Right now, we’re excitingly looking to the future and all that means for our customers and our people’s careers.nAbout the rolenFollowing a restructure, we are really excited to be recruiting for this newly created role- Head of Enterprise Architecture, Integration & Governance.nWe are heavily investing in Future Technology platforms & services to enable us to be future fit & fufil our vision of being the UK's leading provider of early morning supply chain solutions. This includes a new WMS, Transport System, CRM & Data Warehouse.nThis is a senior role which is responsible for defining and leading the enterprise-wide architecture strategy, ensuring seamless integration across systems, and establishing governance frameworks to support business objectives. This role collaborates with business and technology leaders to drive digital transformation, optimize IT investments, and align technology with the company’s strategic vision.nThis is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a new role as we implement & embed brand new technology supporting business transformation.nAbout younDegree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equal experience in rolesn10+ years of experience in similar technology rolesnProven leadership experience in managing IT teams and driving technology strategynStrong knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.).nExpertise in cloud computing, SaaS, APIs, and microservices architecturenExperience with middleware, integration platforms, and data governance.nStrong background in modern application architectures, including microservices, containerization, and DevOps.nKnowledge of security, compliance, and risk management frameworksnExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills.nWhat we can offer younNot only do we offer free onsite parking, life assurance and 5% match pension but you’ll also have access to:n£6,744 per a um car allowancenCompany bonusnCompany funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapyn25 days holiday plus holiday buy schemen24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunitiesnSharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plannPrivate medical insurancenColleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral schemenExperience a career that’s as good as we say it is. One filled with people, pride, passion, opportunities, loyalty and care. Apply now.

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Head of Enterprise Architecture, Integration & GovernancenJoin to apply for the

Head of Enterprise Architecture, Integration & Governance

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Smiths News plcnBase pay rangen£100,000 per annum + £,744 car allowance per annum + company bonusnHybrid working

- 60% at our Head Office, SwindonnFlexible working

considerations availablenYou must have the right to work in the UK on a long term ongoing basis; we are unable to sponsor individuals for this role.nAbout the role

Following a restructure, we are recruiting for this newly created role — Head of Enterprise Architecture, Integration & Governance. We are investing in Future Technology platforms & services to enable us to be future fit and fulfill our vision of being the UK's leading provider of early morning supply chain solutions. This includes a new WMS, Transport System, CRM & Data Warehouse.nThis is a senior role responsible for defining and leading the enterprise-wide architecture strategy, ensuring seamless integration across systems, and establishing governance frameworks to support business objectives. It collaborates with business and technology leaders to drive digital transformation, optimize IT investments, and align technology with the company’s strategic vision.nThis is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a new role as we implement and embed brand new technology supporting business transformation.nAbout you

Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experiencen10+ years of experience in similar technology rolesnProven leadership experience in managing IT teams and driving technology strategynStrong knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.)nExpertise in cloud computing, SaaS, APIs, and microservices architecturenExperience with middleware, integration platforms, and data governancenStrong background in modern application architectures, including microservices, containerization, and DevOpsnKnowledge of security, compliance, and risk management frameworksnExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsnWhat we can offer you

£6,7 per annum car allowancenCompany bonusnCompany funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapyn24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunitiesnSharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plannPrivate medical insurancenExperience a career that’s as good as we say it is. One filled with people, pride, passion, opportunities, loyalty and care. Apply now.nSeniority level

Mid-Senior levelnEmployment type

Full-timenJob function

Information TechnologynIndustriesnWholesale

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