Solutions Architect - WPP Open

Why we're hiring:

We are seeking a Solution Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and delivering complex technical solutions that meet our business needs. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, client-facing skills, and the ability to drive cross-team collaboration. This role sits within out WPP Open team.

About WPP Open.

WPP’s investment in AI and tech has enabled us to embed capabilities into the end-to-end marketing operating process. These capabilities have been structured into an ecosystem comprising of Studios that contain applications and modules, Brains that are AI services, and an Operating System. This ecosystem is called Open.

What you'll be doing:

Strategic Leadership

• Collaborate with the WPP Open to drive cross-team engagement on critical design elements
• Partner discussions and agreements on major technical components such as data architecture, asset management, and operation
• Work closely with the Operations Lead to assess and manage technical impacts

Stakeholder Management

• Support and manage internal forums and stakeholder communications
• Build consensus among diverse groups of stakeholders

Architecture Development

• Create and maintain customer-facing architecture assets
• Develop comprehensive solution designs that align with client requirements and industry best practices

Client Engagement

• Lead technical discussions with clients, including IT meetings and presentations
• Respond to and complete onboarding questionnaires
• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for clients

Technical Expertise

• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members

What you'll need:

• Specialism in Computer Science, Information Technology, Martech
• Experience in IT solution design and implementation of SaaS / packaged solutions
• Proven track record of successful client-facing roles
• Background in solutions design across various technology stacks
• Certifications in major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) or relevant technologies
• Experience with agile methodologies
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into easy-to-understand language for non-technical audiences
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential issues

Who you are:

You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are accepting: of new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:

Passionate, inspired people – We promote a culture of people that do extraordinary work.

Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?