Digital Architect

Digital Architect About the Company My client is a leading global insurance company which has grown into a business serving more than 75 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories. while delivering industry-leading total shareholder returns. Their customers include individuals, small businesses, and mid-sized and large companies, as well as multinational corporations. About the Position The Digital Architect is a key role that will contribute to the digital transformation of the company. This position offers to shape and direct the organisation's digital landscape, by leveraging advanced technical skills and strategic thinking to deliver impactful digital solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive technical and functional skill set, capable of delivering high-quality solutions within a dynamic and fast-moving financial services environment. These solutions will be focused on enabling our customers to interact with us through various digital channels in all aspects of our business processes and offerings. This position requires a deep understanding of digital architecture, a strong technical background, and the ability to drive innovation and efficiency through technology. Responsibilities Leadership, Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with business analysts, project managers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications. Engage with business units to understand their needs and challenges and propose digital solutions that deliver value and drive efficiency. Solution Design and Development Design and implement scalable, robust, and secure digital solutions that enhance and streamline business processes. Ensure alignment of digital solutions with overall enterprise architecture and business goals. Utilize modern technologies and frameworks to build solutions that support API-driven design, microservices architecture, and cloud-based deployments. Integration and Interoperability : Implement and manage integrations between new digital solutions and existing systems, ensuring seamless data flow and interoperability. Leverage enterprise integration tools, middleware, and APIs to connect disparate systems and automate workflows. Technical Leadership : Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and architectural standards. Mentor and support team members to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Security and Compliance : Ensure that all digital solutions meet security and compliance requirements, protecting sensitive data and maintaining regulatory compliance. Implement security best practices and conduct regular security assessments. Documentation and Reporting : Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design documents, and user guides. Provide regular updates and reports on the progress of digital initiatives to senior management. Experience / Requirements Digital Architecture Expertise : Proven experience in designing and implementing digital architectures that support the digitization of business processes. Strong knowledge of modern architectural patterns, including microservices, API-driven design, and cloud-native architectures. Technical Proficiency : Proficiency in a range of technologies, including enterprise integration tools, middleware, APIs, and cloud platforms Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies. Strong understanding of messaging patterns, endpoint security, and data modeling. Integration Experience : Experience in integrating new digital solutions with existing systems using REST / SOAP APIs, middleware, and integration tools such as Mulesoft. Familiarity with data migration and ETL processes. Project Management and Leadership : Demonstrated ability to lead and direct projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Strong project management skills, with experience in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues. Ability to analyse business requirements and translate them into effective digital solutions. Communication and Collaboration : Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Remuneration Package A competitive package is available including generous salary and benefits. Contact Please contact or or simply click the apply button. To view all live jobs with Brightwater and market insights, please visit our website :