Location
Highbury, Greater London | United Kingdom
Job description
Job Description
The Role
We are looking for a Solution Architect , who will play a critical role in defining, designing, and implementing technology solutions that enhance the efficiency, productivity, and performance of various departments across Arsenal. This position will collaborate closely with stakeholders across the organisation to identify opportunities for technology-driven improvements and ensure the successful implementation of solutions.
Who we are
We are one of the most famous clubs in world football, with a rich heritage and history of success – read more about our history, here .
Beyond that, we are passionate about our local community and, behind the scenes, we have a wide variety of opportunities and career paths for all. We have a very defined purpose: to act for a winning team, culture and community. We achieve this by ensuring we are courageous in the pursuit of progress, we champion our community and each other, and that we do the right thing (even when no one is looking).
Your day-to-day
- Solution Design - work closely with various departments (e.g., venue, retail, partnerships, marketing etc.) to understand their specific needs and requirements. Design and develop solutions that address these needs and contribute to Arsenal’s overall commercial and technology strategy
- Technology Evaluation - evaluate and recommend technology platforms, tools, and systems that align with the Arsenal’s strategic objectives. Keep abreast of emerging technologies and trends to continuously improve internal systems
- Integration - develop integration strategies and plans to ensure that different systems within Arsenal work seamlessly together. Streamline data flows and communication between systems for enhanced efficiency
- Documentation - create detailed documentation for all system architectures, designs, and configurations. Ensure that all stakeholders have access to accurate and up-to-date information
- Security - implement security best practices to protect sensitive data and systems. Stay up-to-date with cybersecurity threats and ensure that all internal systems are safeguarded against potential risks
- Collaboration - foster collaboration and communication between various departments and 3rd party delivery teams to ensure that technology solutions meet the Arsenal’s objectives. Act as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Continuous Improvement – regularly review and assess existing systems and processes to identify areas for improvement. Proactively propose and implement changes to optimize internal operations
What we are looking for
- Proven experience as a Solutions Architect - ideally within a sports or media organization
- IT Background - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- IT Expertise - strong understanding of IT systems, network infrastructure, databases, and software development
- Versatile and data driven - exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Excellent communicator - strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Technical Excellence - knowledge of cloud technologies, data analytics, and cybersecurity is a plus
Why choose us
At Arsenal, we want everyone to feel a sense of trust and belonging, so we are proud of both our club values and also what we offer to our employees. As one of our Gunners, you will receive:
- An exciting reward and recognition scheme
- Generous holiday allowance which increases with your length of service
- Great internal learning and development programmes
- A flexible hybrid working model
- Priority access to apply for match tickets
- A competitive health and wellbeing benefits package
- A leading Employee Assistance Programme
- Great discounts with some of our Partners
Please note: this role is being managed by Filippi Consulting on behalf of Arsenal Football Club.
Arsenal for Everyone
Arsenal for Everyone is our commitment to promoting and embracing equality, diversity and inclusion, so that everyone connected to the club feels like they belong to the same Arsenal family. We believe that diversity of background, skills and experience drives our success on and off the pitch.
Disability Confident Leader
We are a Disability Confident Leader. We actively welcome applications from people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you need disability-related adjustments to the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.
If you are likely to meet the definition of being a ‘disabled person’ according to the Equality Act 2010 , we will offer you an interview if you meet the minimum criteria for a role. Please choose the option of a guaranteed interview on your application form. The information you share with us about your health or disability will not be used in recruitment decisions.
Application Closing Date: Please note, applications for this role will close on Friday 15th March
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