Solution Architect

Henderson Scott; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech consultancy is looking for a Solution Architect to shape solution design within the Technology function. This role involves ensuring solutions comply with architectural standards and collaborating with engineering teams to deliver secure outcomes. Candidates should have extensive experience in solution architecture, particularly within Microsoft Azure environments. The position offers a hybrid work model and competitive benefits including 30 days annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Healthcare

Family Care

Up to 10% Pension

Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in solution architecture or technical design roles.
• Extensive background in Microsoft Azure environments.
• Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead solution design across major programme workstreams.
• Support cloud and data governance.
• Oversee compliance to Microsoft standards for integration.

Skills

Solution design

API design

Microsoft Azure

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation

Education

TOGAF certification

ITIL certification

Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert

CISSP certification

Job description

Solution Architect

Location: Hybrid - London & home; MAX 1 day per week in the office.

Reporting to: Enterprise Architect

Hybrid | 35-hour week

Benefits: 30 days AL, Healthcare, Family Care, Up to 10% Pension, Leave

Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 Per Annum.

Overview

A key role within the Technology function, responsible for shaping solution design for a major business programme. You'll ensure solutions align with architectural standards, support integration and reporting platforms, and work closely with engineering teams and suppliers to deliver high‑quality, scalable, and secure outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead solution design across major programme workstreams, aligning with architectural vision and technical standards.
• Support cloud and data governance; define best practice for integration and reporting.
• Maintain and enforce standards for API design, integration patterns, data schemas (including Medallion architecture), and security (RBAC, data classification).
• Oversee adherence to the Microsoft Common Data Model and ensure consistent integration catalogue delivery.
• Maintain central repositories for integration and reporting design patterns.
• Act as design gatekeeper-review, approve, and guide new integration and schema proposals with Enterprise Architecture.
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure value from Microsoft Azure and related technologies.
• Identify and elevate technical risks, providing mitigation options.

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Architecture frameworks, best practice design, and scalable solution patterns.
• Strong understanding of deployment, service transition, and operational readiness.

Desirable Certifications

• TOGAF
• ITIL
• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• CISSP
• Experience with Dynamics 365 (D365) and Microsoft Common Data Model
• Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methods

Experience

• Extensive background in solution architecture or technical design roles.
• Strong experience designing solutions in Microsoft Azure environments.
• Experience with data platforms, integrations, and reporting environments.
• Leading technology change, applying architectural standards, and ensuring best practice delivery.

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to produce clear high‑level and low‑level technical designs.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Understanding of business processes to ensure alignment with business goals.
• Research‑led approach to selecting technology options that best meet requirements.