Unilever Ice Cream is a leading global company with over 100 years of experience delivering indulgent yet responsible craft food experiences and treats delighting consumers worldwide. We are committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability.
We have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall's, Ben & Jerry's), a strong presence in over 60 countries, generating annual revenue of over $8 billion. Our strategy is clear on where to play and how to win.
About Unilever Ice Cream
We turn the ordinary into the extraordinary by designing unique and innovative ice cream experiences that make life taste better, creating joyful moments for people and communities. As serious ice cream makers, we create the coolest products with warm hearts.
Job Purpose:
We are seeking a highly skilled IT Integration Architect to join our dynamic team as part of our growth strategy. The role will be part of the Enterprise Architecture team and will drive the technology set-up, standalone design, and implementation of all required technology capabilities to enable Unilever's Ice Cream business to become a fully functioning standalone company.
Key Responsibilities:
* Integration Design: Develop and maintain integration architecture blueprints ensuring they meet business and technical requirements and remain scalable for the future.
* Implementation: Lead the implementation of integration solutions including the integration of new technologies and services.
* Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders including developers, operations, and business teams to gather requirements and ensure alignment with architectural standards.
* Data Management: Ensure data integrity and consistency across integrated systems implementing data governance and quality standards.
* Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize the performance of integration solutions identifying and addressing bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
* Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all integration designs and implementations.
* Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams promoting best practices and standards.
* Innovation: Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies evaluating their potential impact on the organization.
Requirements:
* Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
* Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT integration architecture with a proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale integration solutions.
* Technical Skills:
o Proficiency in integration platforms such as MuleSoft, Dell Boomi, or Apache Camel.
o Strong understanding of integration patterns APIs and microservices architecture.
o Experience with middleware technologies and enterprise service buses (ESBs).
o Knowledge of data formats and protocols such as XML JSON REST and SOAP.
o Familiarity with cloud integration and hybrid integration scenarios.
* Soft Skills:
o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
o Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
o Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
o Leadership and mentoring skills.
* Certifications:
o Relevant certifications such as MuleSoft Certified Integration Architect Dell Boomi Professional Developer.
Leadership:
* Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors:
o PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Has emotional intelligence to take feedback manage mood and motivations and build empathy for others.
o PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Generates intensity and focus to motivate people to deliver results at speed. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results.
o CONSUMER LOVE: Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.
o BUSINESS ACUMEN: Creates sustainable growth with purpose engaging different partners across the system for change.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you require any support or access requirements please advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.