Product Architect

Product Architect

3 Month Rolling Contract

Reading / London (hybrid)

£360/day (Outside IR35)

Start Date: ASAP

Product Architect with strong technical expertise in Fortinet SDWAN technologies, deep networking knowledge and proven experience in technical product management and architectural design.

Start ASAP in September/October 2025.

3-month initial contract in Reading/ London. Strong probability of renewals.

Hybrid working - typically 1/2 day/week working in the office + 3 days/week working remotely (WFH).

A chance to work with a global IT Consultancy for a Telecoms end client.

Key skills, experience + tasks will include:

• Fortinet SDWAN – advanced knowledge and practical experience.
• Juniper SDWAN – hands-on expertise.
• Strong background in Network Routing & Switching.
• Proven track record in Technical Product Management.
• Significant experience in Architectural Design.
• Excellent Stakeholder Management skills and with ability to present solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Key Deliverables:  As a Product Architect you will be responsible for:

• Agile Product Backlog Contribution: Defining EPICs, capabilities, and features with clear acceptance criteria.
• Technical Product Feasibility Documentation: Evaluating and documenting solution options.
• High-Level Design Documentation: Producing HLDs in line with Vodafone technology standards and methodologies.
• Third-Party Deliverable Management: Managing vendor deliverables, terms of reference, and SoWs.
• Budget Oversight: Reviewing and aligning project expenditure with budgets.
• Virtual Team Collaboration: Driving product/service building blocks with cross-functional teams.
• Operational Engagement: Working with operations and support teams to ensure requirements and solutions are aligned.
• Knowledge Transfer: Presenting solutions and leading know-how transfer sessions.