We are looking for a Senior Solution Architect to join Business Technology Services at Stora Enso starting as soon as possible.
You will be joining Data & Network Services Tower Team focusing on Network Services and Telecommunication in general.
You will be located in Ostrava, Czechia and report to Head of Data & Network Service.
Purpose
Solution Architect helps build and maintains a robust, scalable and strong technical foundation for the Data & Network Tower division (Data, Hosting, Integrations & Networking)
Drives technical implementation of IT Projects and be technical POC
Helps with service/vendor management
Contributes to Tower and DBTS Strategy
Supports programs, projects and bigger development initiatives during the development process
Your responsibilities
Design solutions in line with agreed IT architecture principles, standards and best practices (information, solution and technology architectures)
Ensure that proposed solution are aligned with the architecture guidelines
Leading projects technically (Migrations & Transitions)
Architecture responsibility for WAN network, Internet access, overseeing and guiding LAN and WLAN solutions, MPLS WAN, SDWAN, SASE transition etc.
Design, oversee and steer architecture and support our operational model
Participate in the Architecture Community and give input and feedback to Enterprise Architecture development
Responsibility for IT governance, quality and security standards
What will you bring
Good knowledge of Networking on Enterprise level (Firewalls-Pallo Alto, SD-WAN, CCNA certification and above) and related Products
Basic knowledge of cloud and on-premises hosting-related platforms (VMware, Azure)
Business driven mindset
Strong verbal and written communication, Excellent interpersonal skills, English B2 +
Strong stakeholder & vendor relationship management, analysis and interaction abilities
Experience with IT governance
Analytical skills to review and compare solution options on long-term perspective, explain and advocate chosen solutions.
Operational and strategic experience with ITIL (ServiceNow, CMDB, Change Management)
Scripting knowledge is + (PowerShell, Python)
Experience with monitoring implementation is + (Zabbix, Azure Monitor, Prometheus)
Basic knowledge and architecture overview of Data management and Data integrations (Snowflake, webMethods, API Management)
We offer
You will be part of our diverse working culture which supports you in exploring new perspectives and developing professionally. You will contribute to a more sustainable world, as sustainability and innovation are at the core of our strategy. To keep you going safely, we support your physical and mental well-being.
Career growth opportunities within an international organisation
Access to modern technologies and digital tools
Professional development opportunities
Motivating additional benefits package
Hybrid work options and flexible working hours
Inspiring, sustainable, and innovation-driven work environment
Role specific opportunities:
modern office in Ostrava - we apply hybrid model, 2-3 days/week in the office
5 weeks of vacation per year
lunch cards 160 CZK
commuting allowance
cafeteria
pension insurance
annual bonus
Join the Renewable Materials Company
The forest is at the heart of Stora Enso, and we believe that everything made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. We are the leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials, and wooden construction, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world. Stora Enso has approximately 19,000 employees.
This is your chance work at the intersection of sustainability, innovation, and profitability, contributing to digital solutions that deliver impactful business performance. Everyday.
Watch our film: Be part of a nature positive future
Read more about working at Stora Enso: Who we are - Careers | Stora Enso
How can you apply for this role?
You can only submit your application to us by using our recruitment tool. As we are assessing our candidates on an ongoing basis, we hope to hear from you as soon as possible but at the latest by 28 June 2026.
Depending on the role, we might invite you to a (video) interview and/or aptitude tests. Also, our recruitment process could include pre-employment actions such as background, reference, and health checks as well as a drug test.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact TA partner Lucie Staňková, [email protected].
Welcome to work in the renewable materials company!
Skills Required
- Enterprise-level networking knowledge including firewalls (Palo Alto), SD‑WAN, MPLS, WAN/LAN/WLAN
- CCNA certification or above
- Basic knowledge of cloud and on-prem hosting platforms (VMware, Azure)
- Experience with IT governance and security standards
- Operational and strategic experience with ITIL processes (ServiceNow, CMDB, Change Management)
- Strong stakeholder and vendor relationship management skills
- Strong verbal and written communication; English B2+
- Business-driven mindset and analytical skills for long-term solution evaluation
- Basic knowledge of data management and integrations (Snowflake, webMethods, API Management)
- Scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Python)
- Monitoring implementation experience (Zabbix, Azure Monitor, Prometheus)
What We Do
Part of the global bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials, wooden construction and paper, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world. We believe that everything that is made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. Sustainability and responsible business practices are deeply embedded in our strategy. Our low-carbon, fiber-based products are renewable and recyclable. They offer solutions to climate change and promote positive impacts on the environment, thus enabling our customers to become more eco-friendly. We employ some 22,000 people. Our shares are listed on the Helsinki (STEAV, STERV) and Stockholm (STE A, STE R) stock exchanges. In addition, the shares are traded in the USA as ADRs
