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Shaid

Principal Architect

shaid, a principal architect for Expleo in the UK
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When did you join Expleo?

January 2022. 

How was your first day at Expleo?

It was exciting. I was intrigued to learn about the interesting and challenging solutions my clients require and how I would be utilising my past experiences to provide architectural solutions for them in my role as a Principal Architect.   

What’s a typical day in the life of a a Change Manager like?

Morning
Waking up to the smell of coffee and then working together to understand how we design and formulate a solution roadmap. It’s all about connecting with my colleagues and senior stakeholders to join the dots and devise an approach to the work.
Mid-morning
The ball is in motion with some designs and architecture standards that need to be applied and aligned to client's governance standards and best practices.
Noon
It's not always work, there’s some time to play with technology, thinking outside the box, being bold and forward-thinking.
After lunch
Architects can be seen as the 'go to' people for all things in technology, be it software, networking, security appliances, DevOps, custom solution, legacy platforms and even mainframes. I’m there to help to improve and progress in the right direction.
Mid-Afternoon
There are sometimes blanks and gaps which need to be filled with engaging discussions, the architect is always impartial but bold enough to step forward with confidence. I am consultative in my approach and try to win over my peers and exceed expectations and take the lead and be a pillar to my team.
End of day
I reflect on the lessons learnt that day and look ahead to the next deliverable.

What about Expleo do you enjoy the most?

Expleo is an organisation that lets you grow and keeps reminding you how important you are, and this is reflected in so many ways, from client feedback, right through to senior management. I feel my value and experience is appreciated. 

What do you like most about your job?

I like the fact we’re growing, and new opportunities are presented, and you can choose where you want to go with your career and the rewards are great. The regular summer camps and seasonal gettogethers are so amazing, and you feel part of the Expleo family.  

How did Expleo help you grow your career?

In the last two years I’ve learnt so much and have earnt respect as a trusted advisor which is the result of continued learning and consistently achieving great results. 

Do you think Expleo is a great place to work and if so why?

This really is a great place to work and is reminiscent of all the cogs of the wheel working together, impacted by the fact that so many colleagues choose to stay with the company. For me, it’s a great place to work since my efforts are noticed and there are more reasons to stay. Receiving thanks from the MD just puts things into perspective for me. 

Can you summarise what the Expleo’ Employer Brand pillars mean to you?

  • Autonomy & Support
    There’s ample support available through Expleo Academy and a great learning and development portal with the tools to enable you to excel and succeed. My career path is defined by my goals and aspirations which aligns with my passion in the field of enterprise architecture. 
  • Local & International 
    We’re a true global brand and are regularly kept up to date on what the Expleo group is doing through media and social channels. We’re recognised as a trusted advisor, and I can see this coming through from the customers who put their trust in us. 
  • Expertise & Creativity
    This is where great minds come together to tackle global challenges and I feel we have the right mix of tools and expertise to deliver solutions at an enterprise level that is robust and scalable and relevant in todays technological landscapes. I am given the space to be creative and opportunities to impress my clients with solutions that try to go above and beyond their original expectations. 
  • Performance & Responsibility
    I relish the opportunities when they present themselves. Being bold and responsible goes hand in hand and is one of the Expleo values I live and breathe, as this entitles me to measure my own performance across clients. 

What advice would you give to other change managers considering applying to Expleo?

Right now, Expleo is expanding and growing in the field of architecture and establishing itself as the endtoend delivery provider whereby people technology and resources provide the glue to enable an architect to establish themselves as a vital ingredient to the success of the business. I’m loving this new journey and I trust you will too. 

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What is your name and your role and how long have you been working at Expleo?

This year I’m celebrating my 12th year at Expleo. I started my career at Expleo as a Quality Auditor contractor, and then was offered a Staff position in the Life Cycle Management team, where I became a Deputy Team Lead, after which there was another promotion opportunity to an Engineering Manager, and later I was able to join our Marine division where I currently work.

Where and how long did you serve in the armed forces?

I served in the Air Force just shy of 25 years. I started my career as an Aero Engines Mechanic. My first posting was at Brize Norton working on VC 10s, Tri Stars & Hercules Aircraft. Then I went on to a technician’s course and became a Junior Technician, and then progressed into a leadership position as a Sergeant. I left the Air Force as a Senior Non-commissioned Officer.  

Robert Mathews
Rob in 2022 post remembrance parade in his local village. Remembrance day is very important to serving and veterans of the forces as it gives a chance to honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice in serving their country

What challenges did you have after leaving the Armed Forces?

My main challenge was worrying about Job Security. My manager was very supportive when I was still a contractor at Expleo and he transferred me over from contractor to permanent staff. I remember the conversation I had with him about the opportunities for secure job security and promotion.

And he said: “At Expleo, opportunities are out there for you, so go and get them”. And he was right, there are plenty of opportunities at Expleo. You just have to seize them. And every time I saw an opportunity at Expleo, I just went for it. 

I transferred a lot of my skills over to Expleo. For instance, the aircraft and engine experience, experience in fault diagnosis, and more in-depth engineering project management and of course my leadership & Management Skills 

How did Expleo help you to transition into your civilian job?

I found it quite an easy transition, as there were a lot of ex-forces colleagues within Expleo when I joined, some of which I knew already. For those that didn’t have a military background they were equally as welcoming.

How do you feel Expleo allows you to use your expertise you gained during your service?

Expleo gave me the freedom to use my transferable skills that I gained in the Air Force. My manager and colleagues had an open mindset for my ideas. I could bring those ideas into the office and illustrate how they could be implemented within a business setting They very much welcomed my ideas about improvements, and there is always an open environment for sharing ideas and previous knowledge. I also completed an Expleo Leadership Management course, which differed to the one I had in the Air Force. Combining the two gave me a much more rounded leadership and management mindset.

How do you connect with other members of the Armed Forces Community at Expleo?

I participate in careers transition workshops supporting recruiters. When Ex-Forces are looking for a new career, I attend the workshops chatting to the Armed Forces community sharing my experience and what I have learned.

What advice would you give to other members of the Armed Forces Community who are planning to join Expleo?

Expleo has many different opportunities, whether it be leadership management, various jobs in engineering, project management etc. Don’t think that you don’t have the skill set to join Expleo. It is within you; you do have those skills and Expleo can bring out these skills in people.