Technical Architect

Job Title:
Technology Architect
Location:
Preferred UK/London, Hybrid
Company:
BritBox International
Reporting to:
Lead Solution Architect
Contract Type:
Full Time
Our Mission:
Creators & Curators of the Best in British Creativity & Entertainment.
Our Vision:
To be World leaders in British streaming.
Our Purpose:
Investing in British Creativity to delight fans with its quality all over the World.
About Us
We are creators and champions of the best British TV, and hosts to the world’s largest collection. It’s our mission to bring the most engaging and relevant British TV experience to fans like us all around the world.
We’re relentlessly creative and in this new world of content, where the possibilities are endless, we are charting our own course.
We are thriving in 5 markets already around the world and have ambitious plans ahead of us. This is where you come in…. we are on the lookout for talented individuals to join our BritBoxer family and help us to navigate the adventures ahead.
Job Purpose
BritBox International is on the lookout for a dynamic Technology Architect to join our passionate team, focusing on creating and refining scalable video streaming products with a global scope. This pivotal role is embedded within a diverse and skilled team, where creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to quality are highly valued.
As a Technology Architect, you'll play a crucial role in both contributing to and shaping the team's strategy and technological direction. Your responsibilities will include working closely with the Lead Solution Architect in a hands-on capacity, directly influencing and shaping our pioneering global video streaming services. You'll engage in various projects, from enhancing current streaming platforms to designing innovative solutions for global content delivery, ensuring that we continue to offer top-tier streaming experiences.
A Technical Architect would:
Have a solid understanding of cloud services like AWS or MSFT Azure and how they can be leveraged in different scenarios.
Translate technical requirements into detailed architecture for robust and scalable systems.
Work closely with development teams to understand their needs and assist in implementing CI/CD pipelines.
Have experience with software development processes and be able to guide and support teams in adhering to best practices.
Act as a bridge between the technical team and the Lead Solution Architect, ensuring that the technical details align with the overall solution architecture.
Help to identify and troubleshoot operational technical issues
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Collaborate closely with the Lead Architect and act as a key member in technology sessions, providing technical expertise and oversight on new and existing solutions.
Oversee 3rd party application architectures and integrations while ensuring best practices and compliance with corporate policies and standards.
Demonstrate the ability to work autonomously, taking direction and executing with precision.
Provide technical oversight to product development, support, and quality assurance teams.
Analyse existing BritBox systems and identify areas for improvement or optimization.
Evaluate new technologies and trends to propose enhancements or updates to the current systems.
Knowledge and experience with specific technologies and tools, such as Kubernetes, Docker, .Net, Python, or Node.js, are highly desirable.
Business & Analysis
Monitor service operations performance, ensuring core KPIs are met.
Oversee SLA reporting and conduct ad hoc analysis, providing transparency into the global technology stack's performance.
Act as an internal technology consultant, leading and managing strategic projects with a proactive approach.
Collaborate across all BritBox stakeholder teams to understand business needs and goals.
Document and prioritise requirements alongside the product team, with consideration for both functional and non-functional aspects.
Develop detailed use cases and user stories that outline specific interactions and workflows.
Skills and Personal Attributes
Strong analytical skills to assess and resolve issues quickly and effectively.
Demonstrable experience in Software Engineering and Architecture.
Ability to translate business and operational requirements into solution designs.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work autonomously given direction.
Proactivity and a strong desire to take initiative.
Familiarity with Agile working practices.
Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and changes.
Effectively managing one's own time and prioritising tasks to meet deadlines.
Understanding and respect for diverse cultures and practices.
Qualifications and Experience
AWS Certified Solutions Architect-Associate or Professional is highly desirable.
Mid-level experience in software design patterns and cloud-based solutions.
Must have experience with AWS; knowledge of Azure is a plus.
Experience in developing direct-to-consumer technologies and cloud-scale microservices development.
Experience with OTT (Over-The-Top) is a strong plus.
Knowledge of scalable digital consumer product architectures, preferably in SVOD and/or media supply chain areas
Familiarity with connected TV platforms (Roku, tvOS, Samsung, LG, etc.) and mobile applications (iOS, Android), with an emphasis on understanding their architectures and integrations rather than hands-on development.
Additional Information
This job specification may change periodically in line with the evolving nature of a dynamic and growing business.