Senior Solution Architect – Card Payments

Epam; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Senior Solution Architect in London, specializing in card payments systems. The role involves modernizing payment infrastructures for a major banking client, requiring deep expertise, collaboration with technical teams, and engagement with business stakeholders to drive innovation.

Benefits

Competitive pension and protection benefits

Private medical and dental insurance

Cyclescheme, Techscheme, season ticket loans

Employee assistance programs

Stock purchase plan, gym discounts, social events

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience as a Solution Architect in cards payments infrastructure.
• Ability to design and implement large-scale IT systems in banking/financial services.
• Knowledge of architectural frameworks and design patterns.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design for the bank’s Cards Payments Infrastructure.
• Guide development teams and oversee system integrations.
• Engage with business stakeholders to translate goals into technical solutions.

Skills

Communication

Architecture Design

Payment Systems

Security Principles

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

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Senior Solution Architect – Card Payments, London

Client: Epam

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 873891d3f40d

Job Views: 43

Posted: 24.06.2025

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ABOUT THE ROLE

EPAM is seeking a technically hands-on Senior Solution Architect with strong Card Payments experience to work with a major banking client in London. The role involves modernizing the bank's Cards Payments Infrastructure, focusing on ATM networks and card payment systems, requiring deep expertise in payment systems, ATM technology, and scalable, secure solution design.

The architect will lead the design, integration, and security of payment systems, collaborate with stakeholders, and stay updated on industry trends to recommend technological improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design for the bank’s UK Cards Payments Infrastructure, focusing on ATM and card payment systems.
• Define architectural standards, ensure designs meet scalability, performance, security, and compliance requirements.
• Guide development teams, oversee system integrations, and collaborate with security teams to ensure robust security measures.
• Engage with business stakeholders to translate goals into technical solutions and communicate architectural decisions effectively.
• Participate in vendor selection, ensuring third-party solutions align with architectural standards.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies to enhance system efficiency, security, and customer experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or relevant experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience as a Solution Architect in cards payments infrastructure, including ATM technology.
• Proven ability to design and implement large-scale IT systems in banking/financial services.
• Knowledge of architectural frameworks, design patterns, and modern development practices.
• Understanding of security principles and compliance in financial transactions.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with technical and business stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies.
• Certifications like TOGAF or cloud technologies.

Benefits

• Competitive pension and protection benefits.
• Private medical and dental insurance.
• Cyclescheme, Techscheme, season ticket loans.
• Employee assistance and professional development programs.
• Stock purchase plan, gym discounts, in-office perks, social events.

About EPAM

EPAM is a global leader in digital platform engineering, fostering a diverse and inclusive culture with opportunities for growth, learning, and innovation across various projects worldwide.