Hr It Solution Architect

Job Title HR IT Solution ArchitectLocation UniOps BangaloreABOUT UNILEVER Be part of the worlds most successful purpose-led business Work with brands that are well-loved around the world that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us We promote innovation big and small to make our business win and grow and we believe in business as a force for good Unleash your curiosity challenge ideas and disrupt processes use your energy to make this happen Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration so you can be at your best Every day nine out of ten Indian households use our products to feel good look good and get more out of life giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work Join us and youll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers Among them youll channel your purpose bring fresh ideas to the table and simply be you As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world well work to help you become a better you ABOUT UNIOPS Unilever Operations UniOps is the global technology and operations engine of Unilever offering business services technology and enterprise solutions UniOps serves over 190 locations and through a network of specialized service lines and partners delivers insights and innovations user experiences and end-to-end seamless delivery making Unilever Purpose Led and Future Fit PURPOSE OF THE ROLEThe HR IT Solutions Architect is responsible for providing technical leadership in driving the HR systems ecosystem architecture strategy and roadmap for global HR solutions The HR IT solution architect will partner with HR CoEs HR Expertise teams HR product teams HRIT Data Analytics teams Enterprise Architecture Infrastructure and Cyber Security to ensure the end state solutions meet the standards design and implementation approaches for business HR and our workforce The Architect will review the business context for solutions to HR challenges and define the vision and requirements for the solution recommending potential options He she will partner with the HR CoEs Enterprise Architecture and HR IT on maximizing our investments selection of new products and integration of our ecosystem He she will be a leader in understanding HR technology trends to identify new capabilities make recommendations conduct proof of concepts evolve our standards and make recommendations to our broader HR technology teams WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BEClick or tap here to enter text Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand HR needs and design solutions that enhance efficiency accuracy and overall effectiveness Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to inform the continuous evolution of the HR technology strategy Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the HR IT function through the thought leadership and implementation of a scalable technology ecosystem Establish and maintain strong partnerships with external vendors ensuring the integration of innovative solutions into HR processes Partner across HR and the enterprise to connect the dots and maximize our investments in HR technology Design solutions that are extensible reusable secure reliable cost optimized operationally excellent and performant Develop and maintain the multi-year HR technology roadmap and strategy in collaboration with HR IT Leads and HR CoEs Develop solution options recommendations designs based on domain roadmaps requirements enterprise security standards and reference architectures Identify and evaluate new technologies innovations and outsourced partner relationships for alignment with technology roadmap and business value Lead and coordinate technical reviews architectural security compliance etc Leverage recognized technical and business expertise to influence guide and shape business strategy and decision- making across HR Provide expert technical advice to domain delivery team and monitor solution compliance with Unilevers architecture principles Provide consultation design input and feedback for application development and design reviews for HR system implementations Effectively collaborate with global teams to deliver solutions Advocate and drive adoption of standard methodologies to ensure standardization of solution designs across the enterprise Has in-depth understanding of the product and services portfolio roadmaps of multiple HR CoEs EXPERIENCES QUALIFICATIONSNecessary Experience QualificationsEducation A bachelors degree in information technology Business Administration or a related field or equivalent work experience Experience 10 years of experience in HR technology including deploying large-scale global HR technology projectsTechnical Skills 5 years of combined experience as an Enterprise Architect HR IT Engineer Solution Architect Technical Consultant in an environment with a combination of SaaS and custom developed systemsProject Management Project management experience including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Preferred Experience QualificationsProject Management Experience managing timelines deliverables and coordinating multiple work streams is beneficial Strong understanding of architecture and design principles This includes knowledge of design patterns best practices and industry standards such as TOGAF Zachman framework and others Experience with different types of solutions Experience with web applications mobile applications enterprise applications and data systems is essential for a solution architect Knowledge of agile methodologies and experience working in agile environments Knowledge of Workday and other HR systems HR technology platforms automation tools and enterprise architecture Strong knowledge of end-to-end HR processes and systems including talent acquisition core HCM performance management payroll compensation and benefits and ability to define dependencies and connect the dots across the technology landscape Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization Outstanding analytical problem solving and fact-finding skills Designing and integrating software systems running on multiple platform types into overall architectureAbility to effectively communicate product architectures design proposals and negotiate options at the most senior organizational levels Ability to understand the HRs business problem need or opportunity and to design a solution that completely and correctly addresses the need Excellent written and verbal communication skills mastery in English and local language Ability to identify clarify and resolve project issues and risks as needed Strong relationship building skills to effectively partner with HR CoEs and other internal teams and external vendors Ability to manage time and resources efficiently and effectively Ability to work independently SKILLSWorkdayChange ManagementStakeholder ManagementStrategic ThinkingCollaborationCustomer CentricityData Driven Decision makingDigital Technology awarenessProduct DeliveryProject ManagementLEADERSHIP SKILLSUnilever Behaviors highlight the 2 most important for this role PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results Generates intensity and focus to motivate people to deliver results at speed PERSONAL MASTERY Sets high standards for themselves Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience TALENT CATALYST Invests in people coaches individuals and teams to realize their full potential Creates an inclusive climate empowering everyone to be at their best Inspires powerful teamwork and collaboration connecting people for better results CONSUMER LOVE Brings the voice of the consumer into everything we do always BUSINESS ACUMEN Creates opportunities for profitable growth through the core and beyond