AWS Solution Architect (Integration)

WeAreTechWomen; Manchester; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services company is seeking an AWS Solution Architect to architect and implement integrations using EKS and Lambda in Manchester. This role requires expertise in API design, security, and integration with platforms like SAP and Salesforce. Candidates should have strong experience in Kubernetes and event-driven architectures. The position offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package including 30 days of holiday and private medical insurance.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Car allowance

Private medical insurance

Extra leave for charitable work

Qualifications

• Strong integration background with enterprise systems.
• Relevant AWS integration experience on Lambda and Kubernetes.
• Expertise in API design using API Gateway and OAuth2.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement AWS integrations.
• Build and manage secure REST/GraphQL APIs.
• Integrate with enterprise systems for data flows.

Skills

AWS integration experience

API design and security expertise

Integration with platforms (SAP, Salesforce)

Flask or FastAPI proficiency

Event-driven patterns experience

Kubernetes security understanding

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: AWS Solution Architect (Integration)

Locations: Manchester

Salary: Competitive salary and package dependent on experience

Career Level: Associate Manager

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next‑generation technology to each business challenge.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognised worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too.

“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO

As a team

We are one of the world's leading providers of Cloud Solutions. You’ll work on innovative projects with colleagues to drive collaboration from strategy through to implementation. You will be using the latest technologies with clients to help them get to the next level.

You’ll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture that thrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting ways.

If you’re looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you. As part of our global team, you’ll be working with cutting‑edge technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job.

In your role you will

• Architect and implement AWS integrations using EKS (Kubernetes) and Lambda, with a focus on scalability and container orchestration.
• Build and manage secure REST/GraphQL APIs via API Gateway, including auth, throttling, and schema validation.
• Integrate with enterprise systems (e.g. SAP, Salesforce, Oracle) for both batch and real‑time data flows.
• Use SQS, SNS, and Step Functions deliver decoupled, event‑driven messaging architectures.
• Apply Kubernetes and API security best practices, including TLS, KMS, RBAC, and service-to-service auth.
• Monitor performance using CloudWatch, X‑Ray, and container‑level logging and alerting tools.

Qualification

We are looking for the following experience

• Relevant AWS integration experience, including secure deployments on Lambda and Kubernetes (EKS).
• Expertise in API design and security using API Gateway, OpenAPI, OAuth2, JWT, and service policies.
• Strong integration background with platforms like SAP, Salesforce, and Oracle ERP.
• Proficiency in Flask, FastAPI, or similar frameworks, deployed in cloud‑native environments.
• Experience with event‑driven patterns using SQS, SNS, and Step Functions.
• Solid understanding of Kubernetes security, IAM roles, encryption (TLS/KMS), and CI/CD tooling.

What’s in it for you

At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days’ holiday per year, car allowance, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!

Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first‑class services, we are known for.

Closing Date Applications: 31/12/2025

Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.

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About Accenture

We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.

We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.

At Accenture, we see well‑being holistically, supporting our people’s physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World’s Best Workplaces™.

Join Accenture to work at the heart of change. Visit us at www.accenture.com.