Lead Application Architect @ Vodafone

Provided architectural application design, technical steer, peer review and implementation guidance for large e-commerce/e-service project. Responsible for management, design and architecture of Java-based solutions for browse-and-select customer facing journeys, including cross-platform hand-off. Decoupled code dependencies from enterprise platforms and environments to allow local development and test. Worked directly with Product Owner, Domain Architecture and Product Management roles to drive product direction and release plans. Provided in-depth technical guidance, implementation detail, technical decision making and documentation. Influenced SOA service creation and approved service design specifications. Modernised internal architecture, including influencing move to REST based APIs and clearer definition and separation of business logic. Implemented modern/best practices: build servers, centralised dependency management, static code analysis, test coverage and unit testing.