Senior System Architect (Blockchain / Decentralised Infra)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative start-up is seeking a Senior System Architect to lead the development of scalable systems in decentralized infrastructure. In this role, you will design and integrate cutting-edge solutions while collaborating with engineers and product managers. Your expertise in cloud platforms and containerization will be crucial as you guide teams towards architectural excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment focused on the future of technology.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software architecture, especially in SaaS platforms.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms and decentralized systems.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable and reliable systems aligned with business goals.
• Research emerging technologies in decentralized systems and cloud infrastructure.

Skills

Software Architecture

Decentralized Systems

Cloud Platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

DevOps Practices

Containerization Technologies

Blockchain Technology

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Hays Software Engineering is seeking a Senior System Architect eager to advance their career while remaining hands-on in an innovative start-up. The company specializes in Infrastructure Orchestration for businesses with decentralized network infrastructure via their SaaS platform.

Responsibilities:

1. Platform Architecture – Design scalable and reliable systems aligned with business goals.
2. Innovation – Research emerging technologies in decentralized systems and cloud infrastructure to foster progress.
3. System Integration – Ensure seamless integration with tools like Kubernetes, Docker, and monitoring platforms.
4. Collaboration – Work closely with engineers, DevOps, and product managers to develop architectural solutions.
5. Security & Compliance – Uphold industry-standard security practices and meet regulatory requirements.
6. Scalability – Plan for future growth and address challenges in decentralized networks.
7. Technical Leadership – Guide engineering teams and promote best practices.
8. Documentation – Produce clear technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

1. 10+ years of experience in software architecture, preferably within large-scale SaaS platforms.
2. Previous roles such as Principal Architect, Chief Architect, Senior System Architect, or VP of Engineering with an emphasis on architecture.
3. Deep expertise and hands-on experience with infrastructure orchestration, decentralized and distributed systems, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), modern DevOps practices, and containerization technologies.
4. Experience working within start-up or scale-up environments.
5. Previous experience with Blockchain technology.