Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.
We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.
We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Platform Architect to help define and guide the evolution of our enterprise-wide platform - Ascend Platform capabilities.
You will design and oversee the implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performing platform solutions that support enterprise-wide applications. You will bridge business needs with technical strategy, ensuring that platform architecture aligns with organizational goals, technology standards, and operational requirements. You will report directly to the VP of Platform Engineering.
What you'll do:
- Shape the architecture of core platforms, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
- Evaluate latest technologies and recommend adoption strategies that align with business objectives.
- Work with engineering, product, infrastructure, and security teams to ensure cohesive platform development and integration.
- Establish architectural standards, best practices, and governance models for platform development and operations.
- Monitor platform performance and guide optimization efforts to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Ensure platform designs meet security, privacy, and compliance requirements.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, promoting a culture of architectural excellence.
- Guide infrastructure modernization projects, including cloud migration and hybrid environments.
- Ensure systems are resilient, secure, and optimized for performance.
- Participate incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and learning.
- Ensure understanding of Enterprise standards set by internal Technology Executive Board, data protection regulations, and internal policies.
- Manage risk through proactive monitoring, auditing, and disaster recovery planning.
What you'll bring:
- 10+ years of software engineering experience, with emphasis on building scalable, enterprise-grade platforms.
- 8+ years of experience in software architecture, platform engineering, or infrastructure design.
- In-depth knowledge of distributed systems, cloud-native architecture, and data-intensive application design.
- Experience designing and implementing cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS).
- Expertise in containerization and orchestration technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes, along with building CI/CD pipelines for production environments.
- Architectural leadership, technology adoption and promote platform reuse across diverse teams.
- Experience with microservices, APIs, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
- Excellent written and verbal English skills.
- Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) is a plus.
You will get:
- Personal Development - career pathway for professional growth supported by learning and development programs and unlimited access to online educational training courses, learning materials and books.
- Work environment - excellent work conditions with friendly environment, recognized team spirit, and fun and quality recreation time.
- Social benefit package including life insurance, food vouchers, additional health insurance, monthly flex allowance and internet coverage, corporate discounts, marriage and childbirth / adoption allowance, Multisport card, Sharesave plan, Employee assistance program, а birthday gift and many other benefits!
- Work-life balance - 25 days paid vacation, 1 additional day off for your birthday and extra 3 paid days for participation in Social responsibility event.
- Opportunity for Flexible working hours and Home Office.
Experian is an Equal opportunity employer. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
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Skills Required
- 10+ years of software engineering experience
- 8+ years of experience in software architecture
- In-depth knowledge of distributed systems
- Experience designing cloud-native platforms like AWS
- Expertise in Docker and Kubernetes
- Excellent written and verbal English skills
- Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks
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Healthcare Strength — Medical and dental coverage is described as strong, with expanded mental health resources and telemedicine options. Coverage includes inclusive services such as gender transition and fertility support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are generous, including substantial PTO/vacation, paid holidays, and paid volunteer days with options to purchase additional leave. Parental leave is available for birth and non-birth parents alongside flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching and contributory pension schemes in some regions. These elements complement base pay and bonuses to form a competitive total rewards package.
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Experian unlocks the power of data to create opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. During life’s big moments – from buying a home or car, to sending a child to college, to growing a business exponentially by connecting it with new customers – we empower consumers and our clients to manage data with confidence so they can maximize every opportunity. We gather, analyse and process data in ways others can’t. We help individuals take financial control and access financial services, businesses make smarter decision and thrive, lenders lend more responsibly, and organizations prevent identity fraud and crime. For more than 125 years, we’ve helped consumers and clients prosper, and economies and communities flourish – and we’re not done. Our 20,600 people in 43 countries believe the possibilities for you, and our world, are growing. We’re investing in new technologies, talented people and innovation so we can help create a better tomorrow. About Experian: Bringing data to life requires creativity, passion, flexibility and expertise. We want you to share in our success. That's why we offer rewards that recognise great performance. Working in a culture of collaboration, achievement and respect we will give you the support and encouragement you need to develop your skills and talents and progress your career. Everyday our people bring enthusiasm, innovation and inspiration to work and if this sounds like you connect with us at Experian.
