Application Architect

Unify Talent UK; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Application Architect for an initial 4-month remote contract, requiring two onsite days in London. The role focuses on designing an MVP in Azure and collaborating closely with stakeholders to ensure a robust solution aligns strategically with business goals. Ideal candidates will possess strong experience in application architecture and excellent collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in application architecture and design, particularly in Azure environments.
• Effective collaboration skills with stakeholders and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Define the application architecture for the MVP in Microsoft Azure.
• Ensure solution components are modular, reusable, and scalable.
• Work closely with business users to validate requirements.

Skills

Application architecture

Microsoft Azure

Collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Application Architect

Initial 4 Month Contract

Remote - First 2 days onsite in London

£(Apply online only) per day, Outside IR35

We are seeking an Application Architect to join our finance client on a contract basis. The role is focused on designing and supporting delivery of an MVP in Azure that will showcase reusable capabilities to enable transition away from a legacy application estate.

You will ensure the MVP is both strategically aligned and practically deliverable. This role requires close collaboration with business stakeholders, business analysis, application teams and IT to define the right technology stack, design the solution end-to-end and deliver a working product.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Design

• Define the application architecture for the MVP in Microsoft Azure.
• Ensure solution components are modular, reusable, and scalable.
• Define the integration patterns between the application, backend, and surrounding systems.

Technology Stack Selection

• Partner with the customer to assess and select the appropriate framework / technology / languages based on business and user requirements.
• Balance short-term MVP needs with long-term sustainability.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with business users to understand needs, validate requirements, and iterate on solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guide delivery best practices.
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