Application Solution Architect

McGregor Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Application Solutions Architect in the United Kingdom to define architectural visions and align solutions with business strategies. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Corporate Payments, API design, and cloud platforms like AWS and Azure. Responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders, ensuring solutions fit business needs, and conducting design reviews. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field is preferred. This role requires 3 days onsite and offers an exciting opportunity within the financial services sector.

Qualifications

• Strong domain knowledge in Corporate Payments essential.
• Expertise in API design and microservices.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP.
• Proficiency in AI technologies applied in financial services.
• Solid understanding of SDLC methodologies, both Agile and Waterfall.

Responsibilities

• Define an architectural vision and solution architecture.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Conduct design reviews to confirm non-functional requirements.
• Develop high-level architecture quickly and adaptively.

Skills

Corporate Payments domain knowledge

API design

Microservices

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

DevOps practices

AI technologies

Application architecture knowledge

Regulatory-driven changes experience

Agile and Waterfall SDLC methodologies

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

A leading client within the financial services space is seeking a solid and reliable Application Solutions Architect to join and help implement some key solutions across a range of technology.

Role:

• Define an architectural vision and solution architecture that aligns with business strategy, enterprise architecture principles, and technology platform choices.
• Articulate the solution intent and operating environment, identify primary systems/subsystems and their interfaces, and define non-functional requirements.
• Ensure solutions are fit for purpose by collaborating with stakeholders and vendors, while assessing the impact of strategic design decisions.
• Work closely with both business and technology teams to shape the solution intent and architectural vision.
• Rapidly develop high-level architecture, refining details as business requirements evolve; ensure designs are modular, flexible, and adaptable.
• Apply best practices, templates, and documentation standards to produce architectural designs.
• Partner with Product Managers/Owners to plan and prioritise technology-focused backlog items for the architecture runway.
• Provide clarity to development teams on architectural aspects, offering solution options to overcome impediments.
• Conduct design reviews to confirm all non-functional requirements are met (e.g., security, performance, scalability, usability, reliability).
• Operate as an individual contributor.

Required Skills

3 days onsite is essential

• Strong domain knowledge in Corporate Payments (essential), plus Accounting Services, Liquidity Management, and Receivables.
• Expertise in API design, microservices, and integration platforms.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in AI technologies and their practical application within financial services.
• Strong understanding of application architecture in modern development languages, including Java, .NET (C#), Python, and JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks (e.g., Angular, React).
• Experience working on initiatives delivering regulatory-driven changes (e.g., PSD2, ISO 20022, AML/KYC, GDPR).
• Ability to drive shared service strategies and foster a performance culture.
• Commitment to continuous improvement of products, processes, and tools.
• Self‑motivated and proactive.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Solid understanding of SDLC methodologies (Waterfall and Agile).
• Strong business partner engagement and coordination skills.
• Capable of leading automation initiatives, root cause analysis, and development of shared/common solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, problem‑solving, and innovative mindset.
• Ability to translate complex concepts into multiple architectural views for different audiences.
• Broad IT knowledge, including financial software, middleware, and databases.
• Skilled at interpreting business needs and applying innovative technology solutions.
• A solid background and experience in Banking/Financial Services technology.

Nice to have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/related field or related work experience.
• TOGAF 9 Certified.
• Cloud Solutions Architect Certification (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• AI Certification (AI+ Architect, LSBA, ELVTR)

Application Solutions Architect – AML, KYC, GDPR, Cloud, Application, 6 months

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.