Application Architect - Perm - Bristol (Hybrid) - Competitive SalaryA fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Application Architect to join a Bristol based global law firm.Key Responsibilities* Lead the technical design of the firm''s off-the-shelf application estate, including integration and enterprise service bus architecture using cloud technologies.* Evaluate novel solutions and provide high-level designs and estimates for investment mandates prior to project initiation.* Run technical workshops and deliver technical specifications to project teams, translating business needs into solutions alongside Business Analysts.* Analyse technology and processes to recommend designs that improve service, lower costs and define acceptance and adoption criteria with stakeholders.* Work with the IT Security and Infrastructure Architects to meet Cyber Essentials Plus requirements.* Own the applications roadmap, architectural best practices and documentation, addressing obsolescence, security, scalability and performance.Key Experience* Minimum of 3 years'' IT applications engineering/architecture experience; technical bachelor''s degree or equivalent.* Certified in, or good experience using, EA frameworks such as TOGAF.* Experience with Elite, Intapp, Workday, iManage (Cloud, Work 10) and other legal systems, including legal innovation technology.* Deep understanding of Microsoft M365 and public/hybrid cloud (Azure, AWS, VMware, Cisco), plus on-prem infrastructure and networking ..... full job details .....