Solution Architect D&A Capabilities

Job description

Be a part of a revolutionary change! At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on smoke-free products with the power to build a smoke-free future. With huge change, comes great opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions.

The SFP Group is undergoing a critical overhaul as we look to transform into an agile, consumer-centric business that harnesses technological innovation to deliver better, science-backed alternatives to millions of adult smokers around the world. It is only by focusing on our strategic priorities and the right organization, fully enabled to deliver what matters the most for our consumers along their journey toward better alternatives, that we will be able to deliver a smoke-free future.

Here, you can make a difference. You can shape the consumer journey, from discovery and acquisition through to conversion and loyalty. And you can watch your efforts lead to meaningful changes in the lives of smokers on their way to better alternatives. You’ll develop your skills; collaborating across functions, markets and regions. If you want to make a life-changing impact on consumers, there’s no better place. For our Data & Analytics Platform and Solutions team, we are currently seeking a Solution Architect to drive design of capabilities and governance to support our business functions.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing data solutions that are compliant with PMI standards.

Job Summary

Solution Architect to join our growing team, responsible for designing Data & Analytics solutions to support one of key business functions (B2B/B2C, Ops & Product, Corporate,). Will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and address business needs, ensuring the efficiency, scalability, and reliability of implemented solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Analyse and assess the organization’s business requirements, processes, and challenges. Design comprehensive solutions that align with business goals and reuse Data Platform capabilities if possible. Document solution architecture ensuring alignment with overall IT strategy. Collaborate with IT, Engineering, InfoSec, Domain Architects, and Business teams to help product teams pass required gates and approvals. Be ready to own and drive solution architecture for capabilities (data and analytical) that support assigned business domain/function and are reusable.

Stay up to date with the latest technology & AI trends, tools, and best practices, and recommend improvements to the organization’s technology landscape. Provide training and guidance to end-users on solution architecture practices and policies. Knowledge of AI augmentation and responsible AI guidelines to solution design Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. 2-5 years of experience in solution architecture, systems design, engineering, or a related role.

Firsthand experience with architecture frameworks, system integration, and application development with focus on data processing. Familiarity with common integration patterns for data exchange Working knowledge on one or more of listed technologies: Snowflake, AWS, Matillion, Power BI additional advantage on NoSQL databases (Graph, Vector, Key-Value stores, geospatial), DBT AI knowledge in one or more :R studio , R shiny, AWS bedrock , Claude and traditional AIML Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications in solution architecture (e.g. AWS Practitioner AWS, Associate Snowflake (Architect), or other abovementioned technologies Experience with cloud architecture and responsible AI Exceptionally effective communication skills and strong ability to engage at diverse levels in the organization. Work with business and other Data &Analytics stakeholders to translate their needs into architecture strategy. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather technical realities and map this to the business need.

Jira /Lean ix and Confluence knowledge Highly collaborative mindset with curiosity, creativity, and willingness to embrace innovative ideas , technologies, and methodologies. Fluent in spoken English. Relocation support/visa sponsorship is not provided. Please note that you must have the legal right to work in Portugal to be considered for this role.

What do we offer

Our success depends on the people who come to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress.

Join PMI and you too can: Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore. Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong. Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress!

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer No relocation package available.