Principal Architect - Hybrid

About The Role

At National Grid, our commitment to a cleaner, greener energy future is powered by the dedication and ingenuity of our people. Join our team as a Principal Architect and be a part of something bigger—where your unique skills and passions can make a real difference. Together, we are superpowered.

Organizations that want to keep pace with a flexible work world and attract and retain talented employees need to create a digital workplace where team members can work seamlessly anytime, from anywhere. National Grid must undergo significant transformation to create a digital workplace that will meet the growing needs of our business. The Principal Architect for Devices will play a crucial role to help fulfil this mandate. This role requires someone who has a passion for and will take strong accountability for the overall product experience.

 
We're on the lookout for a skilled Principal Architect with a focus on PC and Mobility to join our innovative team. As a Principal Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions that enhance user experiences on PCs and mobile devices. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable, and secure architectures that meet business requirements.

National Grid is hiring a Principal Architect for our Digital Platforms & Infrastructure Technology department. This role offers remote working with occasional visits to our Warwick office. 
 

Key Accountabilities

• Design and architect solutions for PC and mobile platforms, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, translating them into technical specifications and solution designs.
• Lead the development and implementation of end-to-end solutions, from concept to deployment, ensuring quality and performance standards are met.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring best practices and coding standards are followed.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses to support decision-making processes.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in PC and mobile development.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design specifications, and user guides.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, providing timely support and expertise to internal teams and clients.

About You

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Principal/Solution Architect, with a strong focus on PC and mobile solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of PC and mobile operating systems, frameworks, and development tools.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Experience with Networks, Cellular and Wi-Fi
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are advantageous.
• Strong Knowledge of Windows 10, 11 and O365
• Knowledge of Intune Capabilities to manage devices and integration with Configuration Manager
• Experience architecting and deploying solutions for PCs and Mobile devices
• Experience on automation tasks

More Information

A competitive salary between £65,000 – £79,000 – dependent on capability

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus of up to 15% of your salary for stretch performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

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