Job Description - Senior Infrastructure Architect (046020)
Senior Infrastructure Architect 046020
Organisation
Customers, Communication and Technology Job
Networks Position Type:
Full Time Salary:
£65,000-£77,000 (Inclusive of a 5% Non-Pensionable Allowance) dependent on skills, knowledge & experience Band:
3
Location:
North Greenwich & Remote TfL operate a Hybrid Working policy with a maximum of 50% of time working from home a month, averaging 2-3 days a week in the office. Contract Type:
TfL Permanent Contract UK Sponsorship available, although candidates are responsible for their own application fees. Build a thriving, future-forward city with us By 2030, 10 million people will live in London. Millions more will continue to visit. Data and technology will play a key role in keeping people and the city moving. At TfL, we’re applying a whole range of technological innovations to drive forward the management of transport and infrastructure and make it fit for the future. As Senior Infrastructure Architect, you’ll be at the heart of our most ambitious initiatives. You’ll help shape the infrastructure architecture of large and complex IT systems, in addition to the infrastructure roadmap that underpins these systems. What You’ll be doing
You’ll be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of specific infrastructure products – from conceptualisation and business case development, right the way through to shaping achievable strategies and roadmaps. You’ll be supported by the Project Manager, Business Analyst, Development Solution Architecture and Test Teams to explore high and low-level designs, before seeing your infrastructure successfully deployed and put into operation. You will also work in partnership with third-party suppliers, ensuring that their proposed solutions meet business and technical requirements. Knowledge and Experience
We are looking for someone with expert knowledge across at least 3 of the following infrastructure technologies: Hyper Converged Infrastructure and Virtual Storage Attached Networking Cloud platforms, including their features and capabilities with providers such as Azure and AWS Networking and connectivity (e.g. TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, proxies, load balancing) Enterprise Operating Systems and Databases (e.g. Windows Server, RedHat Enterprise Linux, Oracle DBEE, SQL Server) It would be advantageous that you can also demonstrate knowledge of the following: Enterprise Security (e.g. IDS/IPS, Encryption, PKI) Microsoft 365 platforms, concepts and architecture including: Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, EntraID Additional network technologies (e.g. firewalls, switching and routing) and network architecture Managing contractual issues in a project environment Project management tools and techniques Certification in an Enterprise Architecture Framework such as TOGAF The ideal candidate would also be educated to degree level or possess relevant professional experience. In Addition To Being Skilled In
Strong infrastructure architecture skills in architecting technology components across software, infrastructure and networks. Ability to take a loose set of requirements and build a high-level architecture using common standards. Refining the architecture as more information is discovered, decisions identified, and choices are made. Proven ability to analyse complex components, identify decision points, draw conclusions and produce design artefacts. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a broad group of stakeholders including project managers, business analysts, developers, engineers and testers. Experience of designing and delivering systems using industry standard frameworks and open standards. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Delivery focused with the ability to effectively prioritise tasks in a high-pressure environment to drive activities forward and meet demanding deadlines. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria. We also use anonymising software that removes identifying information from CVs and cover letters to make the process fair. Application Process
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 11th February 2025 at 23:59. Please apply using your CV Word (.docx) format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need. We'll see what we can do. In return for your skills and expertise, we offer an excellent benefits package which includes: Final salary pension scheme Free travel for you on the TfL network A 75% discount on National Rail Season Ticket and interest-free loan 30 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays Tax-efficient cycle-to-work scheme Retail, health, leisure, and travel offers
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Organisation
Customers, Communication and Technology Job
Networks Position Type:
Full Time Salary:
£65,000-£77,000 (Inclusive of a 5% Non-Pensionable Allowance) dependent on skills, knowledge & experience Band:
3
Location:
North Greenwich & Remote TfL operate a Hybrid Working policy with a maximum of 50% of time working from home a month, averaging 2-3 days a week in the office. Contract Type:
TfL Permanent Contract UK Sponsorship available, although candidates are responsible for their own application fees. Build a thriving, future-forward city with us By 2030, 10 million people will live in London. Millions more will continue to visit. Data and technology will play a key role in keeping people and the city moving. At TfL, we’re applying a whole range of technological innovations to drive forward the management of transport and infrastructure and make it fit for the future. As Senior Infrastructure Architect, you’ll be at the heart of our most ambitious initiatives. You’ll help shape the infrastructure architecture of large and complex IT systems, in addition to the infrastructure roadmap that underpins these systems. What You’ll be doing
You’ll be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of specific infrastructure products – from conceptualisation and business case development, right the way through to shaping achievable strategies and roadmaps. You’ll be supported by the Project Manager, Business Analyst, Development Solution Architecture and Test Teams to explore high and low-level designs, before seeing your infrastructure successfully deployed and put into operation. You will also work in partnership with third-party suppliers, ensuring that their proposed solutions meet business and technical requirements. Knowledge and Experience
We are looking for someone with expert knowledge across at least 3 of the following infrastructure technologies: Hyper Converged Infrastructure and Virtual Storage Attached Networking Cloud platforms, including their features and capabilities with providers such as Azure and AWS Networking and connectivity (e.g. TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, proxies, load balancing) Enterprise Operating Systems and Databases (e.g. Windows Server, RedHat Enterprise Linux, Oracle DBEE, SQL Server) It would be advantageous that you can also demonstrate knowledge of the following: Enterprise Security (e.g. IDS/IPS, Encryption, PKI) Microsoft 365 platforms, concepts and architecture including: Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, EntraID Additional network technologies (e.g. firewalls, switching and routing) and network architecture Managing contractual issues in a project environment Project management tools and techniques Certification in an Enterprise Architecture Framework such as TOGAF The ideal candidate would also be educated to degree level or possess relevant professional experience. In Addition To Being Skilled In
Strong infrastructure architecture skills in architecting technology components across software, infrastructure and networks. Ability to take a loose set of requirements and build a high-level architecture using common standards. Refining the architecture as more information is discovered, decisions identified, and choices are made. Proven ability to analyse complex components, identify decision points, draw conclusions and produce design artefacts. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a broad group of stakeholders including project managers, business analysts, developers, engineers and testers. Experience of designing and delivering systems using industry standard frameworks and open standards. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Delivery focused with the ability to effectively prioritise tasks in a high-pressure environment to drive activities forward and meet demanding deadlines. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria. We also use anonymising software that removes identifying information from CVs and cover letters to make the process fair. Application Process
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 11th February 2025 at 23:59. Please apply using your CV Word (.docx) format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need. We'll see what we can do. In return for your skills and expertise, we offer an excellent benefits package which includes: Final salary pension scheme Free travel for you on the TfL network A 75% discount on National Rail Season Ticket and interest-free loan 30 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays Tax-efficient cycle-to-work scheme Retail, health, leisure, and travel offers
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