Solution Architect, Sustainability

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect, Sustainability to join our global team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the design and delivery of complex technical solutions that will help us improve the environmental performance of our products and processes, and convert emerging sustainability-related reporting and data requirements into actionable solutions. You will be closely working with multiple stakeholders, including IT, both business areas, and sustainability.

Your key responsibilities:

• Leading the development of systems that enhance our capabilities to collect, maintain, use, and report environmental data for various purposes.

• Leading the development of systems that enable compliance with the existing or emerging regulations, such as Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).

• Translate business requirements into technical specifications, including systems integrations.

• Design scalable, secure, and robust solutions that integrate with existing IT systems and platforms.

• Prepare architectural documents, including diagrams, technical specifications

• Evaluate and recommend tools and technologies, and keep abreast of the latest technology trends and advancements to develop sustainability technology roadmap.

• Collaborate within IT and with business stakeholders to develop budgets and timelines for solutions. Address technical concerns, ideas, and suggestions, and provide a clear rationale for decisions that lead towards cohesive system architecture.

• Guide and assist with the implementation of proposed solutions, including coding and development activities as needed.

• Contribute to maintaining and evolving the architecture of the systems over time. 

Why join us?

We want people to enjoy their work, feel respected and trusted, and provide challenging and interesting responsibilities together with unlimited career advancement. We offer unique opportunity to help create a better world and drive the company's sustainability initiatives. By creating innovative solutions, you will play a crucial role in making Konecranes' operations more environmentally friendly and efficient. Konecranes is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and promoting eco-friendly practices, ensuring that your work directly contributes to a more sustainable future.

What should you bring?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect or in a similar role.

• Experience in software engineering and design architecture.

• Understanding of various coding languages and technical platforms.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Hands-on experience with complex project management.

• Knowledge of enterprise integration tools, middleware technologies, and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure).

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to conceptualize solutions.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis.

If you feel inspired and excited about this role, please submit your application in English by 30h of June 2024, at latest via Apply -link below. We appreciate early applications as we will start reviewing candidates right away and the position is filled once the suitable candidate is found.

For further information about the role, please contact Kristiina Vink, Global Talent Acquisition Coordinator, email: kristiina.vink[at]konecranes.com.

Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.