Senior Solution Engineer

Supporting the business and our divisional offices, our Head Office functions cover all departments from our Executive Board through to our support functions such as Group Design and Technical, HR, Health and Safety, IT, Sales and Marketing, Commercial, Procurement, Group Finance, Corporate Affairs, as well as Legal and Company Secretariat. We also have a specialised function – Barratt Partnerships.

While the work varies from team to team, our key requirements don’t: you must be well organised, extremely helpful and resourceful, and able to use your initiative. You’ll understand that what you do is important, and impacts on your team, the department, and the wider business.

The position has responsibility for solution design (low level), development, configuration, unit testing and (where applicable) integration across our IT Platforms, to a high quality and in-line with our code standards and specifications. The role requires significant experience of solution engineering with IT Platforms, particularly the Microsoft Power Platform, COINS APIs and A-Site mobile applications, as well as expertise in modern system integration technologies and techniques including Cloud Integration, RESTFUL Integration, Data Bricks, SOAP, Web API, Jitterbit and Azure Service Bus. The position reports directly into the Technical Delivery Lead and a hybrid approach to location will be provided. Some travel to our operating Divisions, Executive office in London and supplier locations may also be required.

You will be expected to:

• Take the lead solution engineering role in design (low level), development, configuration, unit testing and (where applicable) integration activities across their allocated BAU/ Small Change Workstreams and Projects/ Programmes.
• Work closely with the Technical Delivery Lead and Project/ Programme Managers to provide estimates and contribute to planning for all solution engineering activities.
• Work closely with business stakeholders, other Group IT teams and partners to ensure that high quality solutions are delivered that meet business and non-functional requirements.
• Actively contribute to all phases of design, development and testing of front-end and back-end solution components.
• Conduct thorough and realistic unit testing of solutions developed, prior to handing over to the Quality Assurance Team.
• Assist with solution deployment activities and post-implementation testing, always following the Change Management/ CAB approval process.
• Prioritise workload and provide regular progress updates to the Technical Delivery Lead, ensuring that solution engineering activities are completed within agreed time, cost and quality parameters.
• Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of the Barratt Redrow IT Solution Architecture.
• Keep up to date with emerging solution engineering approaches and current events in the IT industry to enhance Barratt Redrow’s overall IT capability.
• Act as deputy for the Technical Delivery Lead from time to time.

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

• A strong track record of leading solution engineering activities and consistently delivering high quality IT Platforms in a similar FTSE/ Corporate environment.
• Strong academic record, most likely with graduate level education.
• Strong written and verbal communication ability.
• Strong analytical capability, with the ability to solve complex problems.
• Extensive experience of solution integration delivery using modern technologies and techniques including Cloud Integration, RESTFUL Integration, Data Bricks, SOAP, Web API, Jitterbit and Azure Service Bus.
• Extensive experience of utilising the Microsoft Azure DevOps tool to schedule, manage and track progress of solution engineering tasks as part of the software development lifecycle.
• In-depth understanding of the software development lifecycle and a range of IT Platform delivery methodologies (Waterfall, Agile etc).
• Strong understanding of IT Platform delivery best practices including SCM, build pipeline configuration and processes, code quality and Test Automation methodologies.
• Experienced in working closely with Product Owners, Senior Managers and other delivery teams, with demonstrable understanding of collaborating to analyse, design, develop, test and implement complex IT Platforms.
• A good understanding of ITIL practices in the context of solution engineering, service transition and post-delivery operations.
• Ability to establish, develop and maintain effective relationships with Group IT, partner and business stakeholders.
• Experience of working within large-scale IT change portfolios and of engineering and integrating IT Platforms within large, complex and distributed organisations.
• Ability to translate technical details into language easily understood by business stakeholders.
• Ability to read and comprehend system-level documents including technical specifications, database schemas and data dictionaries.
• Strong knowledge of applications and technologies utilised within the construction industry.

Personal Qualities:

• Resilient and adaptable – Capable of changing direction where required and showing flexibility to meet new demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer focussed – Able to meet the demands of business stakeholders.
• Strong work ethic, with dedication to meeting deadlines and achieving high standards.
• Ability to work within tight timescales, without compromising the end result.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and be able to contribute ideas, as well as welcome input from others.
• High attention to detail, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks across the software development lifecycle.
• Strong commitment to professional learning and personal development, with a willingness to learn new skills and undertake a period of cross-training in different technologies where required.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-moving IT landscape and keep pace with latest thinking and new technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple project/ backlog demands concurrently and to prioritise workloads effectively when required.

We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. It’s because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building.

Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office‑based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues.

We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.

As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:

• Competitive Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Cover - Single Cover
• Annual Medical Health Assessment
• 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)

Private medical cover is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more — including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members.

First-class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions.

All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing. As well as a competitive salary, we offer many ways to make life more affordable – from access to employee loans and savings accounts, to house purchase discounts. Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rate, discounts at major retailers… These make a massive difference to the quality of your lifestyle.

From death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) to a share buying scheme, we have an incredible range of additional benefits.

Barratt Redrow PLC is the nation’s leading housebuilder, creating great new places to live throughout Britain. Our business is acquiring land, obtaining planning consents and building the highest quality homes in places people aspire to live. This is supported by our expertise in land, design, construction and sales and marketing. Our purpose is to make sustainable living a reality, building strong communities.

We know that a diverse team is better for our customers, makes us a more attractive employer and results in a stronger, more sustainable business. Which is why we’re so committed to developing our inclusive culture.

We’re building a sustainable tomorrow, one house and one community at a time. Our commitment to our customers is rooted in every decision and day‑to‑day action we take.