Job DetailsRole / Job Title:GIS Integration ArchitectWork Location:Reading, UKMode of Working (Hybrid / Office-based):HybridIf Hybrid, how many days are required in office?Max 2 days a weekThe Role

• Define the integration reference architecture for ArcGIS Enterprise (Portal, ArcGIS Server, Data Store)
• Select and govern integration patterns (RESTful APIs, webhooks, event-driven) based on business and non-functional requirements (NFRs)
• Establish governance and standards for service design, versioning and API lifecycle

Your ResponsibilitiesSystems Integration & Interoperability

• Architect integrations between ArcGIS and platforms such as SAP (ERP/EAM), Salesforce
• Design and oversee bi-directional data flows (feature services, map/geoprocessing services, geo-event streams, ETL pipelines) with robust retry, idempotency, and error handling
• Implement identity federation (SAML/OAuth2/OpenID Connect, SCIM), role-based access control, and service security

Utility Network (Preferred)

• Guide ArcGIS Utility Network integration patterns: subnetwork updates, network topology validation, and synchronization with other systems

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Translate business processes into integration designs and service contracts
• Lead cross-functional teams (GIS, IT, operations, vendors) and conduct architecture reviews, POCs, and solution walkthroughs
• Create roadmaps, Runbooks, and knowledge transfer for operations

Your ProfileEssential Skills / Knowledge / Experience*(Up to 10, Avoid repetition)*

• 8+ years of experience
• Strong experience with Esri ArcGIS platform (ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro)
• Understanding with Utility Network Model (UNM) and advanced GIS workflows
• Govern integration patterns (RESTful APIs, webhooks, event-driven) based on business and non-functional requirements (NFRs)
• Knowledge of geodatabase design, SQL, and spatial analysis
• Familiarity with cloud GIS deployments (Azure/AWS) and DevOps practices

Desirable Skills / Knowledge / Experience*(As applicable)*

• Water Utilities and other utilities experience
• Esri certifications (Web Application Developer, Enterprise Administration)
• Knowledge of data migration and integration with enterprise systems