Technical Design Authority

JOB DESCRIPTIONABOUT US:LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It’s how we’ve contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services – and our open-access model – we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity.LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG’s ticker symbol is LSEG.OUR PEOPLE:People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives.  We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential.We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder – which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning 70 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers.Role profile:Self-starting, passionate and intellectually curious Technical Design Authority to join global Storage team. Focus on designing, delivering solutions for dynamic environment with differing scenarios and requirements.ROLE SUMMARY:Senior technical design authority role, responsible for the architecture of data storage systems aligned with organizational goals.Key accountabilities will be product evaluation, storage solution design, and overall roadmap aligned with Organizational transformation priorities.WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:Requirements gathering, research and solution design of enterprise level storage systems.Overall responsibility for data storage and protection roadmap including continuous reevaluation and recalibration.Identify resiliency gaps including cyber/security, proactively suggest solutions and implement.Present solutions to Executive forums and stakeholdersWork closely with a multiple array of technical, business and 3rd party teams to deliver results.Documentation of designs and refinementArticulate storage infrastructure capabilities and translate business requirements into technical requirements, and ultimately, into outcomes that are fit for purpose and use.Techno-business expert and thought leader in key element(s) of the technicalAnalysis, definition, design, construction, testing, installation and modification of properly engineered information systems to meet agreed business needs.Analysis, research and evaluation of alternative solutions, and serving as subject matter expert between the business and IT organization. Ensuring storage architecture supports the execution of critical business applications and develops high-level continuance plans in the event of a lapse in the architectural infrastructure.Implements the balance between business and technology, and defines the design and architecture governance function, signing off governance architecture / design against well-defined standards and best practices.Perform technical analysis, due diligence and recommendations for acquisition or strategic partnership targets, leading efforts on smaller acquisitions.Responsible for technology design and development and be involved in the development of hardware and software life-cycles involving close collaboration with vendors’ technical teams.Involves the evolution and development of hardware and software lifecycles for all deployed Storage elements across multiple vendors and infrastructure domains.Define standards and sit on standards forums with Architecture and Engineering, external bodies and collaborate internally within LSEG governance forums.WHAT YOU'LL BRING:Solid architectural level understanding of all areas of enterprise storage - block, NAS, object - and backup/data protection systems is a must.At least 15 years of experience working in the data storage subject, with a good level of understanding of the interfacing and function of other inter-connected IT systems such as servers, virtualization layers, databases, and public cloud.Conceptual knowledge of below is essential with the ability to provide high level designs. Low level technical knowledge with ability to provide low level designs and guidance to others would be beneficial.Enterprise block storage technology: Dell, Pure, Hitachi, NetappEnterprise NAS technology: Netapp, Dell, Pure, HitachiBackup and data protection technology: Rubrik, CohesityDisaster recovery of above technology: Hitachi GAD/TC, Dell SRDF, Dell SyncIQ, Pure ActiveCluster, Netapp SnapMirrorGood awareness and knowledge of emerging technology and trends in data storage domain is a must.In-depth understanding of business continuity plans, disaster recovery of systems and services, recovery time and point objectives and their practical implementations is essential.Experience in cost calculations, evaluations, and control of storage or other IT systems as well as any other prior work done on budgeting in any capability is desired.Excellent understanding of governance and compliance frameworks for storage systems would be beneficial.A working knowledge of public cloud technology such as AWS, Azure and their relevance to storage technology is desirable.A working knowledge of cyber and other security measures and their implementation in storage systems would be beneficial.An up to date understanding of regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, DORA and their organizational impact would be desirable.Any prior skills in tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Python, Grafana, ELK would be an added advantage.Excellent oral and written communication skills, together with good interpersonal skillsStrong presentation skills: ability to deliver presentations and optimally communicate at all levels within an organization.Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders including team members, business users, 3rd parties, project managers, senior leadership and answer in-depth questions, accept constructive feedback, and modify work product accordingly.Experience in producing and rapidly delivering minimum viable solutions, results focused with ability to prioritize the most impactful work.LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. 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