Software Architect

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global organisation in financial services seeks a Software Architect to define and drive architectural vision. This strategic role bridges engineering and product management, focusing on enterprise-scale systems. The ideal candidate possesses strong software engineering skills and a background in cloud platforms. Hybrid work options are available, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Hybrid work options

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Strong benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven architecture experience in complex, enterprise environments.
• Strong background in software engineering, including multiple languages.
• Solid experience with cloud platforms and containerisation.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver technical and architectural vision for Agile teams.
• Work with global teams on mission-critical trading applications.

Skills

Architecture experience in complex environments

Software engineering (C#, Java, TypeScript, C++)

Cloud platforms (AWS preferred)

Containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes)

API design and integration (REST, GraphQL)

DevOps tooling (CI/CD)

Job description

Vanrath are proud to be partnering with a leading global organisation in the financial services and trading technology sector to recruit a Software (System) Architect. This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing, helping shape the technical direction of enterprise-scale systems used by clients worldwide.

This is more than a technical role - it's a strategic leadership position that bridges engineering teams, architecture, product management and DevOps to deliver large-scale, high-impact systems.

About the Role

As the Architect, you'll take ownership of defining and delivering the shared technical and architectural vision for cross-functional Agile teams. You'll be part of the leadership trio alongside the Release Train Engineer and Product Managers, helping ensure that all teams are aligned to a modern, scalable, and secure architecture.

You'll work closely with teams across Europe, North America and APAC, supporting global rollouts and developing systems that underpin mission-critical trading applications.

Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Proven architecture experience in complex, enterprise environments
• Strong background in software engineering (C#, Java, TypeScript, C++, etc.)
• Solid experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes), and infrastructure-as-code
• Expertise in API design and integration, including REST, GraphQL, and messaging middleware
• Comfortable with DevOps tooling (CI/CD, Git repos, testing frameworks, code security)

What\'s in it for you?

• Work with some of the best minds in global tech and finance
• Be part of a high-impact team influencing enterprise-wide architecture
• Hybrid work options - Belfast with flexible working
• Competitive salary + performance bonus + strong benefits package

For further information on this vacancy, or any other IT roles in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jarlath O'Rourke on in the strictest confidence.