FunctionWe're looking for a seasoned and hands-on Integration Lead / Architect to join our client's team, driving the integration of complex IT environments as part of a major digital transformation. This exciting opportunity involves replacing a legacy system while implementing new, cutting-edge technologies across multiple strategic initiatives.Role & ResponsibilitiesAs the Integration Lead, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating, designing, and optimizing integrations within three key pillars of our client's digital transformation program. This includes the replacement of a monolithic system with modern, scalable solutions. Your focus will be on:Coordinating and aligning integration activities across multiple projects, ensuring uniform application of integration technologies.Collaborating closely with external partners and internal teams to ensure the successful selection and implementation of integration solutions, particularly in the financial systems domain.Managing hands-on technical integration, setting up environments, and ensuring a robust and secure architecture.Maintaining a helicopter view of all integration points to ensure they strategically align with long-term business goals.Key TasksTechnical Integration: Lead the hands-on setup of integrations, configuring systems, and ensuring seamless operation across multiple projects.Stakeholder Management: Act as the main point of contact for external partners, including those implementing critical financial packages, ensuring that all parties are aligned with the integration strategy.Security & Infrastructure: Oversee network security, infrastructure, and the consistent application of best practices in data protection and firewall management.Release Management: Contribute to a unified release strategy, ensuring that deployments are coordinated and executed smoothly across various workstreams.Support: Assist the platform team when necessary in day-to-day operations to ensure a stable infrastructure environment.Ideal ProfileTo be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will possess:Extensive experience managing integration projects in complex environments, involving both legacy and modern systems.Strong technical knowledge with hands-on experience in technologies like Java, Kafka, Azure, Oracle, and Microsoft 365.Proven experience with cloud-based infrastructure (Azure) and API management, alongside event-driven architectures.A background in decommissioning legacy systems and deep knowledge of infrastructure and networking (security, firewalls, VPN, etc.) is a strong advantage.Strategic mindset, with the ability to maintain a broad overview of the architectural impact across projects while making long-term technology decisions.Experience in release management and coordinating multi-stream releases.Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with external partners and vendors.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive under pressure in a dynamic environment.
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