Enterprise Solutions Architect

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Financial Services sector is looking for a Solution Architect to drive key architectural initiatives. The role involves delivering solutions that align with the overall IT strategy and project delivery while ensuring governance compliance. Candidates should have substantial experience in IT Architecture, specifically within regulated environments. Flexible working options are available along with a competitive remuneration package.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Work-from-home opportunities

Access to training platform and conferences

Discount on winter sports holidays

Opportunity to work directly for the client

Qualifications

• Over 5 years in IT Architecture, ideally in Financial Services.
• Experience with .NET applications and enterprise architecture methodologies.
• TOGAF and ITIL certifications desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop IS architecture based on established principles.
• Collaborate with teams to define technical requirements for projects.
• Support project managers with cost estimations.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Problem Solving

Architectural Design

Collaboration

Education

TOGAF Practitioner certification

ITIL certification

Tools

.NET

SQL Server

Kubernetes

Postgres

NoSQL databases

Orbus iServer

MS Visio

Job description

Job Description

3 days in Office in Solihull

Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum + Bonus (DOE)

Role Summary

Aubay is seeking an experienced Solution Architect to drive architectural initiatives within the Financial Services space. You will support project delivery by defining functional scoping and devising Information System (IS) level architecture solutions that emphasise consistency, adaptability, and sustainability. You will ensure compliance with the architecture governance framework and processes and provide expertise across a variety of technical and business projects.

This role requires the successful candidate to be onsite in Solihull three days a week; this is a non-negotiable requirement.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Over 5 years of experience in an IT Architecture role, ideally within Financial Services or regulated environments.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively gather requirements and present solutions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and take architectural responsibility across different initiatives.
• Experience in architecting and developing .NET applications, with a good understanding of the relevant technologies.
• Expertise in working with Microsoft .NET applications, SQL Server, Kubernetes, Postgres, and NoSQL databases.
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture methodologies such as TOGAF and ITIL.
• Experience working with both commercial off-the-shelf and bespoke solutions.
• Highly methodical, organised, and results-driven with great attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders at all levels, ensuring effective communication and decision-making.

Desired Skills:

• TOGAF Practitioner certification or equivalent certification in enterprise architecture.
• ITIL certification or equivalent knowledge of IT service management frameworks.
• Experience with architecture tools such as Orbus iServer and MS Visio.
• Proficiency in Domain Driven Design, Modelling (Relationships, topologies, Sequence Diagrams, UML, ArchiMate).
• Familiarity with Automation, testing, and development pipelines in an Agile and DevOps environment.
• Practical knowledge of Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD methodologies.
• Role Responsibilities:
• Develop and evolve IS (Information System) architecture based on established architectural principles, ensuring consistency with company frameworks and strategic objectives.
• Design .NET and data solutions in collaboration with security and infrastructure stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business requirements and the overall IT strategy.
• Collaborate with project teams to define the functional scope and technical requirements of projects.
• Work closely with stakeholders to define and deliver technical roadmaps for IT solutions that support business strategy and objectives.
• Support project managers in creating project build plans and providing cost estimation for technical delivery.
• Assess and evaluate technology solutions, creating application and technology roadmaps that align with organisational goals.
• Support the development and implementation of the Enterprise Architecture capability, ensuring best practices and governance are followed.
• Engage with global teams to manage projects through the appropriate governance processes, ensuring compliance with necessary architectural standards.
• Prepare and assist with architecture briefs, ensuring consistency with the established governance and strategic framework.
• Participate in Research and Design phases to evaluate and propose emerging technologies that complement business strategy and IT roadmaps.

About Aubay UK – Ahead of Innovation!

Aubay UK is a recognised InSourcing Partner for client-side deployment delivered across London. Our team, based in Canary Wharf, specialises in hiring IT professionals within London’s Energy and FinTech sectors, helping our clients to expand their operations with top-tier talent who are experts in their fields. We work exclusively with clients who are globally recognized as Energy Super Majors/Financial Services and innovative FinTech players.

Aubay UK is the most recently started branch of Aubay Group www.aubay.com. Aubay Group is an international Digital Services Company, listed on a Euronext Stock Exchange, who have been operating for 25 years in the European market and working alongside some of the biggest names in the Banking, Finance, Insurance, Energy, IT/Digital, Manufacturing, Transport and Telecoms sectors. With over 7,800 employees across 7 countries and 16 offices in England, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Italy, Spain, and Portugal, Aubay Group generated revenues of €534 million in 2023.

What Aubay UK Offers

At Aubay UK, people are at the heart of our business. We offer a competitive remuneration package which includes a range of benefits. You will receive continuous support from our dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialists, who will support your career development and success during your assignment with our client.

Other benefits include:

● 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

● Pension scheme

● Work-from-home opportunities

● Access to Udemy training platform and conferences

● Discount on winter sports holidays at www.aero1607.com

● Opportunity to work directly for the client at the end of the assignment

Our Client

Our client is one of the Super Major global energy companies with around 84,000 employees across 70+ countries who are working to power progress through cleaner energy solutions.

Specialities: Upstream/Downstream, Biofuels, Integrated Gas, New Energies, Chemicals, Energy and Trading.

You will have the opportunity to work in a challenging but rewarding environment that is fast-paced and changing fundamentally and work towards transforming the business of a Super Major energy company to meet the ambition to be a net-zero emissions energy business by 2050 whilst delivering a world-class business case that has a robust societal license to operate. In your role, you will be expected to enact change and deliver value globally across business lines and geographies.

Apply via our website - www.aubay.co.uk

This role requires you to be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.

Aubay UK is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.