Job Description

DHL Express - CIP 2.0Step up to a rewarding challenge! We are seeking for a Solution Architect to join our Global CIP 2.0. project.Customs Improvement Program 2.0 (CIP 2.0) is a transformative initiative to enhance DHL\'s customs processes & IT landscape, to ensure that our Customs activities are fully compliant and to provide the best experience to our Customers. The initiative has a broader scope for Europe to make sure we are ready for the changing regulatory environment. It is one of Express\' most important programs with a significant impact also beyond Customs. In this dynamic environment, we need an international, interdisciplinary team to be successful.As Solution Architect, you are responsible for the Solution Architectures that satisfy the business requirements of project/programs aligned with the Express IT Target Architecture, Domain Roadmaps and the IT and Security Standards.This is your chance to volunteer for a unique project to amplify your influence, tackle new challenges and significantly broaden your professional network and skills.How will you contribute to the success of CIP 2.0?Role Purpose

• Responsible of defining Solution Architectures that reduce IT complexity through reusable, supportable, extensible and cost efficient solutions.
• Responsible for the architecture implementation working closely with project IT teams through the complete project lifecycle: from inception to design, technology selection, build, test and deployment.
• Responsible for overseeing vendors\xe2\x80\x99 architects\xe2\x80\x99, ensuring compliance.
• Ensure that all project deliverables align with the specified Architecture; author the Solution Architecture Statement and System Requirement Statement. Responsible for the review and approval of the Detailed Design, Testing and Deployment Architecture documentation.
• Ensure project benefits from reusing existing assets.
• Responsible for communicating the Solution Architecture to the project/ program stakeholders and guiding the IT project teams during architecture implementation, and ensuring it is understood.
• Ensure that governance processes, including Architecture, development and infrastructure standards and security mandates and principles, are followed.
• Responsible to the relevant Domain Architect for the alignment of the Solution Architecture with the Domain Architecture.
• Responsible to the Head of Enterprise Architecture for cross domain solution architectures and alignment to the Express IT Target Architecture.
• Contributor to the evolution of the Enterprise Architecture with best practices and emerging technologies.

Customer

• Member of the Global DHL Express Architecture Group
• Build working relationships with subject matter experts (business and IT) and program management in order to scope, specify and develop an appropriate Solution Architecture.
• Build working relationships with the Integration and Data architects to achieve an implementable Solution Architecture aligned with the IT and Security Standards.
• Build working relationships with Business representatives and IT representatives to gain sufficient understanding of the Business needs and variance to allow a clear definition and optimization if required of a Solution Architecture.
• Identify and document all aspects/views of the solution.
• Review project documentation to ensure compliance with the Solution Architecture. Ensure that the designs are consistent with the overall Express IT Target architecture.
• Track; provide visibility to architecture exceptions to Enterprise Architecture. Raise and document the exceptions.

Stakeholder

• Responsible to the Domain Architects for the implementation of the Domain Architecture and Standards.
• Responsible to the project/program manager for the specification of a Solution Architecture that satisfy the business requirements implementable within the constraints of budget and timelines.
• Working relationship with other members of the architecture teams to seek alignment and to leverage opportunities across DHL Express.
• Propose to Global Enterprise Architecture best practices that result from the IT solution implementation.
• Ensure the architecture governance and touch point processes are followed during the project lifecycle.
• Identify areas of sunset in the Domain IT landscape view and propose to the Enterprise Architecture simplification strategies. Process
• Responsible of the realization of the IT Solution Architecture of projects.
• Contribute to the development and realization of the Express target architecture.
• Provide impact analysis on potential changes to the solution architecture e.g. as a result of changes in the business requirement or IT solution.

Do you have what it takes?

• At least 8 years of multi-disciplined IT experience including : At least 5 years of which with Architecture responsibilities in large sophisticated organization with high volume/high transaction environment; Ideally Logistics, Airlines, Supply Chain, Transportation industries.
• Development experience in a team that has provided world class results, specification and configuration of systems, interfaces, including data and performance analysis across large multi-national organisations.
• Prior Enterprise wide project experience in business process automation technologies and decision management platform is preferred
• Solid Background on shaping up architecture of new enterprise level products using Platform based IT Services Model.
• Expertise in Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), including Event management and Complex Event Processing with exposure to Digitalisation and Cloud implementations.
• Knowledge on operational processes in Logistics Hubs and Gateways is a plus.
• Able to gather and assimilate information needed for the analysis of a solution architecture; analyses and defines functional and technical requirements; prepares architectural requirements documentation.
• Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
• Establishing courses of action for self and others (i.e. IT suppliers) to ensure that architecture is developed and implemented efficiently.
• Accomplishing architecture tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful for deviations in quality.
• A strategic thinker with the imagination and foresight to conceptualize new technological solutions and products that address the core business objectives, whilst remaining pragmatic with implementable solutions.
• Energetic, enthusiastic and results-oriented.
• Committed to \xe2\x80\x9cbest practices\xe2\x80\x9d and best in class architecture frameworks and development methodologies enabling to position DHL as a leader and innovator in the marketplace.
• In depth technical background with solid accomplishments in delivering solutions against a set of architectural principles.
• Superior communication skills with technical and non-technical senior management.
• Ability to work in a team, with a strong partner/supplier management skills.
• Ability to overcome the complexities involved in changing processes and implementing new technologies, and the resulting impact on people and the organization.
• Ability to focus on what is important for the organisation as a whole whilst operating within a level of organisational ambiguity.
• Experience in a regional or global capacity role is preferred.
• Advanced University Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems or equivalent education.
• Architecture certifications from information systems professional body preferred.

What\'s in for you?

• Exposure to a Global project
• Sharpen your project management skills in a global project
• A chance to amplify your influence and accelerate our collective ambitions

Are you eager to ignite your potential and elevate your trajectory? Apply now exclusively via the career site.
If you have any questions reach out to the hiring manager Simon Tetley.#CIP2.0ExpressDHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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