Head of Architecture responsible for technology operations strategies and architecture at Flutter, leading an architecture team and defining frameworks.
Responsibilities
Responsible for building and leading an architecture team that will provide Technology Operations services across Flutter Functions
Form an integral part of the Group Technology Operations leadership team, formulating architectural strategies and guidelines that empower our operational excellence and security posture
Contribute to the wider architect community, establishing meaningful relationships and defining appropriate architectural standards, procedures, and ways of working for technology operations
Define the overall architecture vision and roadmap for our Technology Operations portfolio including service delivery, security frameworks, and infrastructure strategy
Lead a team of skilled architects to design, develop and implement secure, scalable and reliable technology operations solutions
Partner with engineering and operations teams to ensure efficient platform adoption and utilisation across cloud environments
Lead the definition and adoption of service architecture strategy aligned with operational standards, enabling efficient service delivery and incident management
Establish and maintain security architecture frameworks based on industry standards and secure design principles
Define cloud infrastructure and networking architecture strategy for scalable platforms and global connectivity solutions
Establish meaningful relationships with partners in security, infrastructure, and service management functions
Support the process that ensures that right architectural decisions are reviewed globally, by the right people, in a timely fashion
Deliver training, mentoring, consulting, and knowledge transfer to team members
Requirements
Experience of operating in an architecture leadership role within a fast-paced technology operations or infrastructure organisation
Proven track record of designing and implementing secure, scalable and reliable infrastructure and operations solutions
In-depth knowledge of service architecture, operational frameworks, incident management, and service delivery methodologies
Extensive knowledge of security architecture frameworks, industry standards, and secure design principles
Deep expertise in cloud platforms and global networking architecture
Solid understanding of technology operations, infrastructure trends, and operational standard processes
Strong relationship builder and motivator who will thrive on working closely with operations teams and across a diverse group structure
Ability to coordinate multiple operational stakeholders, requirements, and priorities whilst working to exacting SLA deadlines
Fluent in technology operations architecture best practice – can set standards, implement the right processes and forums for operational excellence
Sees and lives architecture as an enabler of operational value and security, not as a governance function
Strong analysis, problem resolution, judgment and decision-making skills in high-pressure operational environments
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills – with an ability to simplify complex operational or security solutions in a way that is easy to understand for a non-technical audience
Understanding of the core components of service portfolio and operational demand management.
Benefits
Bonus scheme
Uncapped holiday allowance
Enhanced pension scheme
Private healthcare
Life assurance
Income protection
Hybrid working
£/€1,000 annual self-development learning fund
Invest via the Flutters Sharesave Scheme
Paid volunteering days
Enhanced parental leave
Wellbeing fund (£/€250 a year)
Recognition programs
Gym membership, discounts, vouchers and much more!
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