Solution Architect - Application Operations

Do you enjoy shaping how enterprise applications are operated, secured, and scaled across complex environments? This is your chance to take ownership of architecture and governance that keeps business-critical services running reliably and efficiently. Why Sandvik? At Sandvik, you’re part of a global, technology-driven organization where your work directly supports business performance and long-term sustainability. Work with modern cloud and hybrid environments across a large enterprise landscape Collaborate with experienced teams across infrastructure, security, and business Take ownership of architecture that drives stability, scalability, and value About the job Here at Sandvik Group IT, you lead the architecture and governance of Application Operations services across the enterprise landscape. You ensure applications are onboard, operated, monitored, and lifecycle-managed in a standardized, scalable, and secure way across both cloud and on-prem environments. Working closely with Product Owners, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders, you align operational services with strategic objectives while reducing complexity and enabling long-term sustainability. Job responsibilities Define and govern Application Operations architecture, standards, and best practices Design and own the product architecture, ensuring reliable and sustainable service delivery Ensure applications are secure, scalable, and aligned with enterprise architecture principles Establish frameworks for onboarding, operations, and lifecycle management Provide technical leadership across complex issues, upgrades, migrations, and modernization initiatives Drive standardization, continuous improvement, and reduce operational complexity and technical debt Location and flexibility This position is based in Sandviken or World Trade Center in Stockholm, with a hybrid working setup. Your profile You bring a strong background in solution architecture or similar roles within application operations, infrastructure, or cloud services. With a solid technical foundation and an analytical approach, you turn business needs into practical, scalable solutions that support long-term value. Your background includes: Experience in solution architecture, technical architecture, or senior engineering roles Strong knowledge of Azure and hybrid cloud environments Experience with MS SQL Server and database management Understanding of ITIL processes such as incident, change, and problem management Ability to translate business requirements into architectural decisions Relevant university degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience Strong communication and collaboration skills make it natural to work across teams and stakeholders. You take ownership, stay detail-oriented, and approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset. With a strategic perspective, you balance technical decisions with business needs and long-term sustainability while contributing to a positive and high-performing team environment. Our culture At Sandvik, we’re tech driven, innovative and entrepreneurial. We believe that success is a team effort so we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where people can be themselves and reach their full potential. So, we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our differences. Visit our stories hub, LinkedIn or Facebook to get to know us further. Contact information For further information about this position, please contact Muna Muse Kurasch, hiring manager, muna.muse_kurasch@sandvik.com. We’ve already decided on which advertising channels and marketing campaigns we wish to use and respectfully decline any additional contacts in that matter. Union contacts – Sweden Malena Rackner, Unionen, +46 (0)70 242 33 90 Tord Engström, Akademikerföreningen, +46 (0)76 106 62 87 Peter Olsson-Andrée, Ledarna, +46 (0)70 222 48 55 How to apply Send your application no later than July 21, 2026. Click apply and include your resume and cover letter in English. Please note that we don’t accept applications by e-mail. Job ID: R0094441. We aim for an open and fair recruitment process and use different tools to ensure an objective assessment. Later in the process, you may be invited to complete a personality and logic test. To learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our career site or contact HR Services at hrservices.sweden@sandvik.com. Sandvik is a global, industrial technology group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. We are at the forefront of digitalization and focus on optimizing our customers’ processes. Our world-leading offering includes equipment, tools, services and digital solutions for machining, mining, rock excavation and rock processing. In 2025 the Group had approximately 42,000 employees and revenues of about SEK 121 billion in more than 150 countries.