This role will focus on providing expert advice in DevOps, SaaS solution architecture, information security, application integration and automation. The role will be responsible for designing and implementing technology solutions that bridge the gap between the IT Infrastructure and business objectives. The Solution Architect role encompasses designing efficient and scalable systems, implementing DevOps practices, ensuring the security of our information assets, leveraging SaaS solutions, automating workflows, and integrating applications to drive innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage What you'll do Solution Architecture Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, operations, and business stakeholders, to understand and align technology solutions with business goals. Design and develop comprehensive system and solution architectures for business applications, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability. Evaluate and recommend the adoption of emerging technologies and SaaS solutions to enhance business processes and drive innovation DevOps Implementation: Lead the implementation of DevOps best practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation workflows to streamline the software development and deployment process. Design, configure, and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate software builds, testing, and deployments. Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) principles to automate the provisioning and management of infrastructure. SaaS Solution Architecture: Assess and design the integration of SaaS solutions into the existing technology landscape to optimize business processes and enhance productivity. Ensure seamless SaaS adoption by addressing architectural, security, and compliance considerations. Collaborate with SaaS vendors to architect and implement effective solutions. Source Code Repositories and Development Tools: Select, configure, and manage source code repository tools (e.g., Git, GitLab, GitHub) and version control systems to ensure efficient collaboration among development teams. Define branching and workflow strategies for version control, providing guidance on best practices. Evaluate, select, and configure development tools and platforms that enhance application development, testing, and collaboration. Information Security Assist and support the implementation of robust information security practices to safeguard our data and technology assets. Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards by supporting: the security scanning processing, vulnerability assessment tools, access controls, and encryption. Support security initiatives to protect sensitive information and maintain a resilient security posture. Application Integration: Design and implement strategies for application integration to enable seamless data flow between different systems and platforms. Identify integration opportunities, assess the impact, and define scalable solutions to meet business requirements. Automation: Automate workflows, processes, and tasks across the organization to improve efficiency and reduce manual efforts. Identify opportunities for automation, design solutions, and implement automation tools and frameworks. Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Provide clear and comprehensive documentation for system architectures, DevOps processes, information security, application integration, automation, and SaaS solutions to facilitate knowledge sharing and training for team members. Develop and maintain architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and best practices. General: Provide technical guidance and leadership in integration technology proposals, RFIs, RFPs, and project teams. Keep abreast of the latest integration technology trends and emerging technologies, determine the potential impact on the enterprise, and drive adoption as deemed appropriate. Collaborate with business and technology teams to clarify and guide the evolution of system solutions. Manage relationships with vendors/consultants, IT teams and internal stakeholders. Experience working with APIs from commercial software applications, such as CRM or ERP systems. Provide technical leadership and guidance on automation solutions. What are we looking for? 3-5years of related experience designing applications at an architectural level Experience developing and managing API integrations including REST, SOAP Web APIs, WSDL. Experience with different authentication methods for APIs. Experience understanding of Security patterns and networkroutin g. Experience in software development (C#, .Net, MS SQL, HTML) E xperience understanding Source Code Management systems (i.e.,SVN, GIT, GITHUB). Knowledge of enterprise architecture, systems architecture, integrationarchitecture and data architecture standards, patterns, frameworks, and practices Expertise in solution design and development, vendor management,enterprise application support, in addition to strong businessunderstanding and project management Specialist knowledge of programming languages, database management,master data, business process automation Sound understanding of development practices and methodologies (i.e.,DevOps and Agile). Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and influence a variety ofstakeholders. Sound knowledge on integration technology platforms (i.e., Azure andAWS) Good problem-solving skills and teamwork spirit. Continually researching current, emerging technologies, and proposing changes where needed. Ability to adopt Agile and Waterfall application development Highly advantageous if have the following. TOGAF Certification CloudCertification Project managementCertification Experienced with CICD, managing quality control and code promotionacross environments Equal Opportunities Statement Games Global is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and communities. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected status. Our dedication to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion is clearly reflected across all our teams. Join us, and be a part of an organisation that is truly committed to creating a level playing field for everyone. Kindly be aware that in order to be employed at Games Global, you need to be 18 years of age or older, in accordance with our industry requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr