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A leading InsureTech company in Leeds seeks a Lead Architect to join their new architecture team. This role involves transforming a legacy systems landscape into a modern microservices architecture with the full support of the board. As a Lead Architect, you'll oversee applications and cloud infrastructure, ensuring high-quality design and mentoring junior staff throughout the process.
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Nixor
Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
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19.07.2025
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Nixor is seeking Principal/Lead Architects with experience in the Life Insurance / Assurance industry to join a newly formed architecture team for the UK's largest Mutual Pensions company. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future technology landscape as they transition from legacy systems to a modern, microservices-based architecture.
About the Role
As a Lead Architect, you will own your domain, overseeing applications, cloud infrastructure, and services. You will help transform a legacy "spaghetti" architecture into a modern microservices architecture.
This is a transformative journey with full backing from the board, a clear vision, and in-house work, making it an exciting initiative.
Key Responsibilities
Why Join?
The Director of Architecture highlights the impact and support for this initiative, emphasizing:
"Building a high-performing architectural team from the top down with full business support."
Additional benefits include:
We’re seeking experienced Architects with:
This role combines strategic influence with hands-on architectural work, collaborating with Business Architects to guide technical direction.