Senior Solutions Architect

We need everyone's positive energy and innovative thinking to lead the energy transition to net zero. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and have a range of flexible working options to suit everyone! We are looking for a Senior Solutions Architect to join our Digital Technology & Change team based in Solihull.

Senior Solutions Architect Here's what you'll be doing

The E.ON I&C Pillar combines the current nPower nBS & E.ON B2B businesses to create a new £5 billion revenue business serving approximately 20,000 customers and 200,000 meter points, aiming to become the leading B2B energy supplier in the UK.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Solutions Architect to join our Digital Technology & Change team. You will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of the I&C system landscape and ensuring alignment with E.ON I&C's business strategy, objectives, and outcomes. This role is based in Solihull with hybrid working options.

Key responsibilities

• Own IT solution design for the I&C business, driving the I&C IT application roadmap.
• Translate business requirements into IT system application or process designs, covering both functional and non-functional aspects.
• Collaborate with business teams and Change Management to ensure proper solution design and deployment.
• Provide architectural guidance to implementation teams and third parties during solution design.
• Advise on regulatory and critical IT projects and programmes.
• Identify continual service improvements to I&C IT architecture.
• Participate in architectural governance activities within I&C.
• Manage risks associated with architectural decisions through appropriate standards and policies.
• Work with Digital Technology & Change Leadership to reduce Total Cost of Ownership in I&C.

What we need from you

• Significant experience in architectural governance with third-party providers in an outsourced environment, including assurance of proposal suitability.
• Proven track record managing IT architecture in complex multi-application/multi-project landscapes.
• Strong understanding of architectural modelling techniques.
• Ability to drive continuous improvements within IT architecture.
• Understanding of project lifecycles and phases.
• Skill in translating business needs into IT solutions.

It would be great if you had

• Knowledge of the UK Energy Industry.
• Experience with frameworks like TOGAF, Zachmann, FEA, or similar.
• Knowledge of ITIL / SIAM processes and architectural integration.
• Experience with architecture tools such as LeanIX or similar, and related certifications.

Here's what you need to know

• Award-Winning Workplace- Named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and recognized as the Best Place to Work for 16-34-year-olds.
• Outstanding Benefits- 26 days of annual leave, pension, life cover, bonus opportunities, and 20 flexible benefits.
• Flexible & Family-Friendly- Hybrid and family policies recognized at Personnel Today Awards 2024.
• Inclusive & Diverse- Only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers, winners of Best Employer for Women and Human Company of the Year.
• Support at Every Stage of Life- Fertility and Menopause Friendly accreditation, inclusive support for all.
• Accessible & Supportive- Disability Confident Employer with guaranteed interviews for disabled applicants.
• Invested in Your Growth- Talent networks and development programmes to support your career growth.

At a glance Get in touch

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About us

E.ON is a privately owned international energy company with 75,000 colleagues in 15 countries, focusing on energy networks, renewables, and customer solutions for the future energy landscape.