Integration Architect

La Fosse Associates; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking an Integration Architect to design and implement scalable integration solutions that connect systems and improve agility. This hybrid role involves collaborating with stakeholders and leading architecture discussions, focusing on delivering high-level designs and ensuring data integrity and security. Ideal candidates will have expertise in integration platforms and API management, along with proficiency in Java or .NET Core. Competitive benefits are included, along with a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

28 days’ holiday

Pension

Healthcare

Life assurance

Discounts and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of integration platforms and API management.
• Proficiency in Java, .NET Core, or JavaScript.
• Experience with REST/SOAP, XML/JSON, and cloud platforms (Azure/AWS).
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement modern integration solutions (APIs, microservices, middleware).
• Lead architecture discussions and shape integration strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and align with enterprise goals.
• Deliver high-level designs and support delivery teams through implementation.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and scalability across systems.

Skills

Integration platform knowledge

Java

.NET Core

JavaScript

REST/SOAP

XML/JSON

Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS)

Communication skills

Job description

Integration Architect

We’re partnered with a financial services firm, and looking for an Integration Architect to design and deliver scalable integration solutions that connect systems, improve agility, and enable fast, secure delivery of new products and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement modern integration solutions (APIs, microservices, middleware).

• Lead architecture discussions and shape integration strategies.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and align with enterprise goals.

• Deliver high-level designs and support delivery teams through implementation.

• Ensure data integrity, security, and scalability across systems.

Key Experience Required:

• Strong knowledge of integration platforms and API management.

• Proficiency in Java, .NET Core, or JavaScript.

• Experience with REST/SOAP, XML/JSON, and cloud platforms (Azure/AWS).

• Strong communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders.

• (Desirable) Banking/financial services experience, ESB, containers (Docker/Kubernetes), and event-driven APIs.

Why Join?

• Hybrid working & flexible policies.

• Competitive benefits: 28 days’ holiday, pension, healthcare, life assurance, plus discounts, wellbeing support, and more.

This is a hybrid role, requiring 2 days per week in the client’s Central London office.