Global Software Architect - Scalable & Secure Platforms

RX Global; Richmond; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

RX Global is seeking a Senior Software Architect to lead the architectural direction for scalable, secure platforms used by teams worldwide. You will partner with global engineering and DevOps teams to translate strategy into resilient systems and cost-efficient operations.

You will mentor practitioners, enforce standards, and drive improvements in health, performance and governance. The role emphasizes collaboration across regions and strong communication to deliver value.

Qualifications

• Solid background in software engineering and architecture, with experience on large-scale platforms and global teams.
• Strong grasp of software architecture principles (microservices, event-driven) and system design/modelling (UML, C4).
• Proficient in C#, Python, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Hands-on with AWS and/or Azure/GCP for scalability, resilience and cost efficiency.
• Familiar with DevOps & CI/CD tools (GitHub, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes) and testing/monitoring.
• Skilled in data modelling, APIs, messaging systems (Kafka), and ETL pipelines.
• Knowledge of secure design, identity management and regulatory standards (GDPR).
• Architecture certifications (TOGAF, ArchiMate) are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture design and governance by defining and enforcing standards, patterns, and best practices across scalable, secure systems.
• Partner with global architecture and engineering teams to align technical decisions with business goals.
• Introduce emerging technologies, foster communities of practice, and mentor teams.
• Ensure system health, performance, and cost-efficiency through proactive architectural oversight.
• Collaborate with DevOps, troubleshoot complex issues, and support third-party integrations.
• Support building inclusive, high-performing teams and communicate with impact.
• Embrace curiosity, manage complexity, and build global connections.

Skills

Software architecture

Microservices

Event-driven design

C#, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript

AWS/Azure/GCP

DevOps & CI/CD

Data modelling

Security & GDPR

TOGAF/ArchiMate (nice to have)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

GitHub

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

Monitoring tools

Job description

RX Global is seeking a Senior Software Architect to lead the architectural direction for scalable, secure platforms used by teams worldwide. You will partner with global engineering and DevOps teams to translate strategy into resilient systems and cost-efficient operations.

You will mentor practitioners, enforce standards, and drive improvements in health, performance and governance. The role emphasizes collaboration across regions and strong communication to deliver value.