Solution Architect

Esri UK; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mapping technology company in the UK is seeking a Solution Architect to design and deliver innovative technical solutions using geospatial technology. The role allows for flexible work arrangements, including home-based options, and offers competitive compensation alongside a 20% annual bonus. Applicants will work collaboratively to tackle real-world challenges and must have experience with enterprise systems and GIS technologies. A commitment to national security vetting is required.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Health insurance

Gym contribution

Paid volunteering days

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience engaging with customers and hands-on involvement in enterprise systems design.
• Strong knowledge of databases and web technologies.
• Comfortable with GIS technologies and geospatial data.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles.
• Familiar with automation tools and Azure DevOps.
• Proficient in programming languages like Python and JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver technical solutions for various customers.
• Work closely with colleagues to solve meaningful problems.
• Create scalable technical designs leveraging Esri technologies.
• Support Customer Success Managers in identifying value-add opportunities.
• Lead innovative projects exploring emerging technology.

Skills

Customer engagement

Enterprise systems design

GIS technology

Cloud platforms (AWS or Azure)

REST API design

Database knowledge

Network security principles

Automation and Azure DevOps

Job description

Make a real difference with location intelligence

We’re looking for Solution Architects who want their work to matter. At Esri UK, you’ll help some of the UK’s largest public and private sector organisations tackle real‑world challenges using cutting‑edge geospatial technology. You’ll join a supportive, friendly team that values collaboration, flexibility, and learning, and you’ll have the chance to shape solutions that genuinely make a difference across the UK.

Location : Home-based, with some travel within the UK. Must have the right to work in the UK.

Salary : Circa £75,000 (depending on experience)

Bonus : Annual bonus of around 20%

Working pattern : Flexible working available; full‑time and part‑time applications welcome

We also expect to have opportunities at more junior and senior levels. If this sounds interesting, please apply and let us know the level you’re looking for and your salary expectations.

What you’ll be doing

• Designing and delivering a wide range of technical solutions for customers across multiple sectors, using the latest geospatial and enterprise technologies
• Working closely with talented colleagues who are passionate about geography, technology, and solving meaningful problems
• Building a strong understanding of customer organisations and how Esri technology can help them achieve their goals
• Creating robust, scalable, and commercially viable technical designs using enterprise IT and Esri platform architectures, including modern cloud patterns
• Supporting Customer Success Managers to identify opportunities where geospatial technology, data, and workflows can add real value
• Delivering innovative projects and exploring emerging technology trends such as IoT, real‑time GIS, big data analytics, AI / ML, 3D, and digital twins
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring, contributing to the wider technical direction of the business

About you

You don’t need to meet every requirement to apply — we value potential and a willingness to learn.

• Have experience engaging with customers and hands‑on involvement in the design, configuration, and deployment of enterprise systems
• Bring strong knowledge of areas such as databases, web technologies, application integration, software engineering, networking, cloud platforms (AWS or Azure), disaster recovery, and high availability
• Be comfortable working with GIS technologies and geospatial data; experience designing geospatial solutions is important, but deep ArcGIS expertise is not essential
• Understand cybersecurity principles, such as firewalls, zero‑trust approaches, and SAML
• Be familiar with automation, Azure DevOps, notebooks, and serverless compute
• Enjoy working alongside developers using languages such as Python and JavaScript
• Be confident designing solutions that use REST APIs
• Build positive relationships and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
• All applicants must be eligible and prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) to Security Check (SC) level as a minimum; with some roles requiring Developed Vetting (DV).

Flexible working

We work flexibly and empower people to work in a way that suits them and their role. You can be home‑based, office‑based (Aylesbury, Cambridge or Edinburgh), or a mix of both. We are virtual‑first with most customers, although some travel to customer sites and Esri UK offices will be required.

Why join Esri UK?

At Esri UK, we help organisations unlock the power of location intelligence through our world‑leading ArcGIS technology — supporting better decisions, better services, and a better future for the UK.

We offer :

• Circa £75,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Annual bonus scheme (typically around 20%)
• Additional payment for maintaining higher level security clearances
• Excellent pension
• Health insurance
• Gym contribution and cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Paid volunteering days for causes that matter to you
• Flexible working as standard

About Esri UK

We’re a financially secure, market‑leading mapping technology company with a strong focus on collaboration, learning, and inclusion. We value the individual contribution each person brings and recognise this through a generous bonus scheme and a comprehensive benefits package.

Esri UK is an equal opportunities employer. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

How to apply

Please apply via our website at esriuk , including your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’re interested in this role and in working at Esri UK.

Application deadline : 31st January 2026, however we review applications and interview on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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