Digital Enterprise: Integration Lead

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The Integration Lead is responsible for leading the team that will architect, design and deliver Syensqo’s systems and application integration capabilities. This role plays an essential role in developing and managing the flow of information between all different systems and applications, internal and external for Syensqo. Under the incumbent's leadership the team will develop, build and support in collaboration with all IT delivery teams and key business stakeholders a modern decoupled integration architecture.

 

Syensqo has become a new and independent company after the demerger of Solvay in December 2023. For next two years Syensqo will rely on Solvay through Transitional Service (TSA)  agreements for the majority of its IT services. During this period Syensqo will have to build out its own independent IT landscape and organization. The separation is primarily done through a ”clone & clean” approach with some transformation for Network, security and workplace. The new organization will be built with focus on efficiency and agile value delivery to support the growth, innovation and customer obsession of Syensqo. Substantial work, in parallel to the separation work, will start to prepare and execute on the modernization and transformation of the IT landscape. This will require a full revision and modernisation of the enterprise architecture, e.g. including starting up the program to move to SAP S/4HANA, the creation of a lakehouse / data fabric infrastructure to seize the opportunities of our vast amounts of data and information, build a modern decoupled integration architecture, optimize the R&I digital landscape, integrating AI capabilities in our solutions,  etc.

 

The role reports to the Head of Digital Enterprise Solutions

 

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the development and ion team and delivery, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and cost-effectively to deliver on goals while adhering to financial constraints.
• Implementation of an enterprise-wide integration strategy, including the architecture and interfaces between all internal and external systems.
• Build out and manage a team of integration specialists and developers, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across different departments to identify integration needs, map out integration processes, and establish best practices.
• Oversee the selection, implementation, and management of integration tools and platforms.
• Ensure the seamless flow of data across systems, improving efficiency and reducing manual effort through automation.
• Monitor and maintain system integrations, troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions to minimize downtime.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and integration methodologies, adapting and evolving strategies to meet changing business needs.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all integration architectures, processes, and standards.
• Lead by example in creating a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Oversee the budget for the integration.

 

Experience, skills and behaviours:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven experience in a leadership role
• Strong technical background with expertise in software development and integration platforms.
• Experience with enterprise integration patterns, middleware, API management, and data integration technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead a technical team, including coaching, performance management, and task delegation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex integration projects.
• Very good communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with agile delivery (experience with SAFe is an advantage)
• Strategic Thinking: Demonstrates foresight in planning integration strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Leadership and Team Management: Exhibits the ability to inspire and guide team members towards achieving milestones and delivery excellence
• Communication: Possesses very good communication skills, capable of articulating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Shows resilience an