Inter IKEA Group have started the digital transformation. This is a journey which require that a new technology foundation is established for Core Business Range & Supply. Now we start the work to set up the technical services needed to support an IT landscape that will be developed and operated in a hybrid cloud model. The technical services we deliver will enable the IT landscape to transform and take leverage on cloud computing services. We will contribute to IKEA direction by making it possible for 'XaaS' to translate into services that are affordable, accessible and sustainable.

The technical services delivery will be part of IKEA Product Information Management programme (IPIM) in IKEA of Sweden. These services will enable us to create a better IKEA. We are looking for the people that take an individual responsibility to make sure that we deliver together as a team. Great colleagues, believing in a great IKEA vision with curiosity, drive and technical competence with a desire to make a difference, please join us. We take a leading approach; transforming complexity for the few into simplicity for the many. IKEA culture and values will guide us on the way, today and tomorrow.

IT architect for common application development in a hybrid cloud model.

• Define the need and requirements for a common application development platform that support microservice architecture in a hybrid cloud model
• Create the architecture and design of a common application development platform
• Provide support and expertize during the implementation of a development platform
• Provide support and guidance to the solution areas that will utilize the development services
• Ensure security aspect of common application development services in order to protect and secure IKEAs brand

To be successful in this role you need to:

• Have solid leadership experience and a strong belief in the IKEA leadership approach
• Have excellent knowledge and experience in solution architecture
• Have solid knowledge and experience in IT software development
• Have solid knowledge and experience in working with application development services
• Have knowledge in cloud native architecture and microservice architecture
• Have solid knowledge and experience in IT service management
• Have knowledge in cloud computing services
• Be curious, eager to find better ways and committed to remove manual work whenever possible

Please send us your application – CV and letter of motivation – in English. We really want to get to know you, so make sure you tell us why you would be a good fit for this role. The last day to send your application is January 19th 2020.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Hiring manager Jarl Alpskog, +46 72-352 77 16 about the recruitment process contact Recruitment Specialist Jakob Bergström at +46 70-147 48 90.

IKEA Range & Supply has the responsibility to develop, design, produce and supply IKEA stores with home furnishing solutions available to the many people. Each year IKEA Range & Supply introduce 2,000 new products in the IKEA stores. The total range is almost 10,000 products.