Software Solution Architect (Consultant level also on offer)
£60,000 - £100,000
Hybrid - 2 days/week in an office/client site mandatory
Role Overview:
* Architecture Design: Develop and document scalable, high-performance system architectures that meet business and technical requirements.
* Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and external partners to translate business needs into technical solutions.
* Technology Strategy: Maintain a technology roadmap aligned with business objectives, identifying opportunities for system improvements and modernization.
* System Integration: Design and implement integration strategies to ensure seamless communication across platforms and services.
* Hands-On Development: Contribute to coding where needed, guiding teams in best practices for software development and architecture implementation.
* Security & Compliance: Ensure solutions adhere to security best practices and regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
* Implementation Oversight: Provide technical leadership to development teams, ensuring adherence to architecture principles and coding standards.
Work Flexibility:
A hybrid working model, with a preference for at least two days per week in the office to support team collaboration.
Required Experience:
* 5+ years in a Solution Architect, Software Architect, or similar role.
* Strong software development background with proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#).
* Hands-on experience designing and developing enterprise-scale applications.
* Proven expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native architectures.
* Strong understanding of APIs, microservices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevOps practices.
* Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases.
* Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
Key Competencies:
* Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
* Ability to write and review clean, efficient, and scalable code.
* Excellent communication skills to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality solutions within deadlines.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
* Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
* Certifications in cloud architecture (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
* Familiarity with security and compliance standards (ISO, NIST).
If you or someone you could suggest might be open to this, please contact 01923 716 220 and ask for Ben.