Solutions Architect - FTC December 2028                                                                                                               

Background

Enterprise Ireland is a statutory agency under the aegis of the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment (DETE), responsible for the development and growth of Irish enterprises in world markets. We work in partnership with Irish enterprises to help them start, grow, innovate and win export sales on global markets. In this way, we support sustainable economic growth, regional development and secure employment.

Enterprise Ireland is a large national and global organisation comprising of a network of nine regional offices throughout Ireland and over 33 international locations. Its annual budget is circa €400m and employs circa 800 staff. Its core functions are centralised and maintained at Enterprise Ireland’s headquarters located at The Plaza, East Point Business Park, Dublin, D03 E5R6.

Enterprise Ireland’s strategy, “Delivering for Ireland, Leading Globally (2025-2029)”, was developed in the context of our 2030 vision: Irish enterprises creating solutions for global challenges and delivering sustainable prosperity throughout Ireland.

Further details on the organisation and its services are available at www.enterprise-ireland.com. 

Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) work with Enterprise Ireland to ensure that businesses of all sizes are assisted on their development journey from start-up to scaling. Our core collective objectives are to boost the productivity of established businesses and connect enterprises with innovation opportunities at home and internationally, maximising their growth and job creation potential.

Local Enterprise Offices working with Enterprise Ireland

The Local Enterprise Offices work “to develop and sustain a positive enterprise ecosystem at local level throughout the country that will in particular drive new added-value start-ups, the further growth of small and micro enterprises and enhance local economies.”

This role plays a vital part in the Enterprise Ireland Strategy - Leading in a Changing World. LEO’s are a key partner in delivering on the ambitions set out by Enterprise Ireland. LEOs operate under a service level agreement between Enterprise Ireland and the Local Authorities.

LEO Digital Transformation Programme

The LEO Digital Transformation Programme is a strategic initiative to deliver a modern Client Relationship Management Solution (CRMS) for the 31 Local Enterprise Offices. This solution will transform how LEOs manage grants, engage with clients, and deliver services by providing a secure, scalable, and integrated platform built on Microsoft Dynamics 365. The programme will enable end-to-end digitalisation, streamline processes, and improve client experience while ensuring interoperability with Enterprise Ireland systems.

Role Purpose

Enterprise Ireland is seeking a highly experienced and delivery-focused Solution Architect to join the LEO internal team supporting the rollout of the Client Relationship Management Solution (CRMS) for the Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs). This role is critical to ensuring that the solution meets the agreed business requirements and delivers a secure, scalable, and future-ready platform aligned with Enterprise Ireland’s digital transformation objectives.

The Solution Architect will report operationally to the Programme Manager and work in close partnership with them throughout the delivery lifecycle, while functionally reporting to the Department Manager. Acting as the technical authority for the programme, the Solution Architect will ensure that the solution design optimises functionality, performance, and interoperability with Enterprise Ireland systems.

Key responsibilities include:

·       Representing the agreed Business Requirements Document (BRD) and ensuring all functional and non-functional requirements are translated into a robust solution.

·       Working closely with the Programme Manager and vendor partner to guide solution design, validate architecture decisions, and manage technical dependencies.

·       Using JIRA extensively to maintain solution design traceability, track requirements, and ensure alignment between business needs and technical delivery.

·       Conducting design and architecture reviews at critical stages to ensure compliance with EI standards, security protocols, and scalability principles.

·       Providing technical guidance and assurance to internal teams and vendor resources, ensuring best practices in configuration, integration, and data migration.

·       Championing optimisation and futureproofing, ensuring the solution supports phased enhancements and minimises customisation.

·       Collaborating with business analysts and stakeholders to validate user acceptance criteria and ensure the solution delivers a seamless client experience.

This role demands strong technical leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering a solution that transforms LEO operations, streamlines grant management, and provides a unified 360° view of client interactions.

Key Deliverables

Solution Design

• Collaborate closely with the Programme Manager and business teams to understand strategic and operational needs, ensuring the solution reflects the agreed Business Requirements Document (BRD).
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and optimise solution design for scalability, security, and interoperability with Enterprise Ireland systems.
• Use JIRA extensively to maintain traceability between requirements and solution components, track progress, and ensure alignment throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Apply an iterative, user-centric design approach, incorporating stakeholder feedback and promoting continuous improvement.
• Ensure solution designs comply with Enterprise Ireland’s architecture standards and support integration with systems such as SharePoint, Azure AD, and Local Authority finance platforms.

Essential Criteria

·       Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field coupled with relevant certifications such as TOGAF or Microsoft Certified: Solution Architect Expert is essential.

·       Extensive experience in a Solution Architect role within medium or large organisations coupled with a proven track record leading solution architecture for CRM platforms and delivering enterprise-grade solutions is essential.

·       Extensive experience of working in the IT industry with demonstrable experience of delivering large-scale projects across Microsoft technologies Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM platform, including Power Platform and Azure is essential.

·       Strong knowledge of software development methodologies, architectural patterns, and best practices is essential.

Salary Scale:

€81,475 to €100,064 per annum (contributory scale)

Rising to €103,138 and €106,220 by long service increments.

€78,696 to €95,058 per annum (non-contributory scale)

Rising to €97,983 and €100,909 by long service increments.

Candidates should note that entry will be at the minimum of the relevant scale and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Subject to satisfactory performance, increments may be payable in line with current Government Policy.

** Point of entry on this salary scale may differ from the minimum point of the scale if the successful candidate is a current public or civil servant. **

To apply for the position, send a detailed CV and supporting document quoting reference number EI.006.26E to [email protected] to be received on or before Tuesday 3rd March 2026. 

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