Enterprise Architect - Transformation/Telco/OSS

We have an exciting opportunity for an Enterprise Architect to join our Technology Transformation Function within CTO.

We are looking for a candidate with experience working within Telecommunications and breadth of experiences covering general OSS principles, Telco Cloud, Fixed or Mobile Networking technologies, Network Automation and Security & Data.

This role will own the Architecture of each strategic end state capability and drive the High Level Architecture, Design, Development, Delivery and Operationalisation of each capability. This role will drive the creation of a lean and modern ecosystem of technologies that enables us to be a more modern and agile organisation.

You will focus on driving Transformation Best Practices across Plan, Provide and Assure pillars ensuring that we enable Cost Reduction, Increase Revenue and support Technology Evolution. The role is key for shaping our developing OSS architecture around the goals of the business and supporting its future.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the delivery teams, ensuring the development of scalable, secure, and innovative digital products and platforms. Guide product, platform and data initiatives from “concept to commercialisation”.
• Document, Define and Architect current state, end state and transition state Architectures for Products, Platforms and Data Estate in Insights and Performance.
• Create and publish high-level architecture blueprints that address real-world business challenges. Ensure the architecture can flex where needed to unblock delivery and maintain momentum.
• Ensure that delivery teams align with architectural guidance and defined transformation plan (via the appropriate cross CIO / CTO /CDO governance forums).
• Ensure that all products and platforms adhere to the highest security and privacy standards and align with relevant industry regulations. Introduce modern cybersecurity techniques and best working practices to our internal data, products and platforms landscape.

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too. We put our customers first, making life simpler, smoother, and more joyful. With big ambitions and a brilliant team, we’re building a more connected future for everyone.

Our ways of working

We’re a flexible-first organisation, because we know people do their best work when they have choice and clarity. To support meaningful collaboration, we ask everyone to spend at least eight days each month connecting in person.

That doesn’t just mean time in the office, it could be team meetings, offsites, volunteering days, cross-functional projects, or away days - anywhere meaningful collaboration happens. What matters is making those moments purposeful, so when we come together, it really counts.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

• A good understanding of the OSS Telco product portfolio, general OSS architectural principles, processes, technology, and overall application engineering.
• Experience with Cloud Infrastructure. Familiarity and hands-on experience with Telco Cloud (VNF/CNF), On-Prem Cloud, Public Cloud and Hybrid Cloud architecture patterns and tools.
• A working knowledge of fixed OR mobile networking technologies – RAN, Core, IP Transport / SDN, DOCIS, XGS PON.
• Good knowledge of network programmability including patterns, best working practices, pitfalls and challenges.
• Experience using tools in building and maintaining design artefacts including Service Models, Resource Models, API Contracts, Workflow Templates, Configuration Templates etc.
• Experience building Network as a Service and Intent Based Orchestration along with an in-depth understanding of the patterns, tools, vendors, best working practices and pitfalls related to this.
• Good knowledge of Self Healing and Closed Loop Automation, including experience in event streaming patterns and tools.

• Experience with Data Architecture best practices including data modelling, data flows and data consumption/production patterns.
• Good knowledge of Industry Standards and Best Practices. The candidate should have good experience of Industry standards from MEF, TMF, Open Standards Bodies etc.
• Experience with Workflow Automation tools, vendors, patterns, best practices and challenges.
• Ability to digest roadmaps (our Transformation Plan) and be capable of translating into an architectural blueprint and solution designs at varying levels of detail.

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include technical and competency interview.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.

Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.