Head of Architecture - Infrastructure

Join us, be part of more. We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.  An opportunity to play your part – The Head of Architecture – Infrastructure at Centrica Technology is a senior technology leader responsible for shaping and guiding the architectural vision across our Infrastructure business. This role sits at the heart of a product-led technology organisation, ensuring that our systems and platforms not only support current business needs but are also built to scale and evolve with future demands. You’ll be the strategic mind behind long-term technology roadmaps, aligning them with enterprise architecture and the wider technology strategy. Whether it rationalising legacy systems or guiding future investments, your focus will be on creating a technology landscape that efficient, secure, and ready for growth. Location: UK-based hybrid role, typically requiring 1 to 2 days in the office per month, or as needed. The Day to Day: Develop and maintain a multi-year architectural roadmap for infrastructure technology, aligning with enterprise strategy and identifying opportunities for innovation and simplification. Enforce architecture standards and governance across product-led teams, ensuring best practices in system design, integration, and compliance. Translate business initiatives into clear architectural impacts—supporting budgeting, resource planning, and long-term investment decisions. Monitor emerging technologies and trends, recommending new tools and approaches that offer competitive advantage and align with strategic goals. Support financial forecasting by helping teams plan technology spend and capacity based on architectural changes and system evolution. Collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams, lead a small architecture team, and foster a culture of excellence, mentorship, and continuous improvement. What we need from you: Proven experience in enterprise architecture, with a strong track record of delivering complex systems across diverse technologies, including SaaS. Solid understanding of infrastructure and power domains, with hands-on experience designing architecture for infrastructure systems. Familiarity with agile, product-led environments, and the ability to align architecture with evolving product roadmaps in cross-functional teams. A creative and pragmatic problem-solver, comfortable navigating ambiguity and balancing innovation with stability in a fast-paced setting. Passion for emerging technologies and a forward-thinking mindset, with the ability to translate tech trends into practical, competitive solutions. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating across multi-unit organisations to drive architectural consistency and strategic alignment. What's in it for you? Enjoy a generous market salary, along with fantastic growth opportunities and a vibrant work environment! Added Car Allowance program to make your commute and adventures even better. Power up your pay with a 15% Employee Energy Allowance, surpassing the government's price cap! Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan, designed for peace of mind. Elevate your health with our fully-funded company healthcare plan, prioritizing your well-being. Recharge with a generous 25-day holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and even purchase up to 5 extra days for extended relaxation! Experience unparalleled work-life balance with an exceptional selection of flexible benefits, from tech treats and eco-friendly car leases to travel insurance for your adventures! Why should you apply?     We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.    https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centrica   If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority. Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. When it comes to energy, no one does it like us. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it. We’re made up of 12 different businesses, but united by our purpose as Centrica. We’re energisers. Our journey to a greener, fairer future is powered by individuals like you. Through innovative green products, intelligent energy solutions and developing smarter ways to use and save energy, we’re not just part of the energy transition, we’re leading it. Our commitment goes beyond sustainability. Together we’re bringing our collective energies to create positive change in our local communities. If you immerse yourself in our fight to change tomorrow, you might just find your why. We’re looking for people to add to our culture – not fit in with it. We're building a community where you can be unapologetically you, where differences are celebrated, and where everyone can belong. Real inclusivity also means supporting the different realities our people face. That why we have the UK best Carers Policy and are continually building our approach to flexibility and wellbeing. 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