IT Infrastructure Architect (Systems)

Alter Domus Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Greater London seeks an experienced IT Infrastructure Architect to enhance their technology landscape. The role includes defining new components of the platform, ensuring compliance with standards, and managing stakeholder relationships. Ideal candidates should have over 10 years of IT experience in the financial industry, strong technical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. This opportunity offers flexibility and career development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible arrangements

Generous holidays

Support for professional accreditations

Qualifications

• Experience as an architect or senior engineer in the financial industry.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to explain complex technical solutions to various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Define and document new components of the platform.
• Ensure compliance with established standards.
• Establish a strategic technology roadmap.

Skills

Team player

Technical communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Technical Certification (TOGAF, CITA, etc.)

10+ years of IT experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Citrix solutions

Azure

AWS

Job description

ABOUT US

As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions.

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different - in what we do, in how we work and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take.

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com

JOB DESCRIPTION

Alter Domus is looking for a talented IT Infrastructure Architect to enhance our technology landscape. In this role, you will utilize your technical expertise and analytical skills to drive innovative solutions and ensure compliance with industry standards. In this role, you will;

• Review, define and document new components of Alter Domus platform
• Ensure that delivered solution are compliant with established standard
• Establish strategic technology roadmap in line with application strategy and Business requirements
• Manage relationship with key stakeholders in IT and external parties
• Provide IT solutions to business requirements whilst aligning to IT strategies and standards
• Facilitate sharing and alignment of knowledge & best practice with IT areas
• Provide support to all IT group teams to provide guidance in different steps of projects
• Work with the software architect team to adapt the infrastructure based on development requirements
• Define new infrastructure security standards for new applications (cloud and on premise)
• Experience with web technologies and building enterprise architecture roadmaps
• Experience designing, integrating and managing complex infrastructure solutions in a multinational environment
• Knowledge of client-server networking and database management
• Ability to provide technical system solutions, determine overall design direction, estimate of the solution implementation and provide hardware recommendations for complex technical issues
• Experience in planning and developing support processes and adhering to best practices
• Strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of new technologies
• Anticipate and evaluate architecture risks
• Comprehend complex technical details and relay information to both technical and business stakeholders
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations
• Project management experience is a plus

Technical Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including server and client OS, Active Directory, SQL, EntraID, PKI, Microsoft 365 (OneDrive, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Intune)
• Detailed technical knowledge of Citrix solutions
• Experience in implementing Identity Governance and Administration solutions.
• Experience in implementing or managing datacenters and virtual environments.
• Experience in Collaboration and Communication solutions.
• Advanced technical knowledge of network related technologies (WAN, SD-WAN, LAN, Datacenter)
• Managed Services and Cloud experience (Azure and AWS)
• Familiar with ITIL framework, tickets and Change management and associated workflows
• Strong understanding or expereince of backup technologies and principles
• Architecture and/or Technical Certification (TOGAF, CITA, EACOE, Certified SOA Architect, CISCO, Microsoft)

Your Profile

• At least 10 years of IT experience in financial industry, as an architect or senior engineer
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Willingness to work with teams in multiple time zones
• Able to interact with all levels of management
• Top-down thinker, with the ability to translate business domain needs into technology domain solutions
• Experienced in manage challenging situations with key client’s requirements and third-party constraints, focused on building consensus in such situations
• Ability to prioritize the technology roadmap based on business value, and to drive the creation of business cases for IT investments in business language
• Ability to explain complex technical solutions to audiences at different technical knowledge
• You are fluent in English (written and spoken)
• You can work under pressure and time constraints, and you maintain strict attention to detail in high-pressure situations
• Strong communication (verbal/written/listening) skills
• Ability to work hands-on and leading by example

WHAT WE OFFER

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.

Our global benefits also include:

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices
• 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location

Equity in every sense of the word

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong.

We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. We take pride in creating a workplace where all our people are empowered to be truly invested in the alternative and bring their whole selves to work.

We are committed to ensuring a welcoming recruiting and onboarding process for everyone. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you.

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