Solution Architect

IDP International Education Specialists; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible home-based working

Regular office visits

Travel for stakeholder engagements

Job summary

IDP Connect Ltd in London is seeking a Solution Architect to design scalable, secure SaaS solutions and guide architectural governance across a global stage. You will align technology with program goals, mentor teams, and drive innovation using AWS, microservices, and API integration to support IELTS and related education services.

The role operates in a hybrid model based in the UK, with preference for candidates near Cambridge, including regular office visits and travel for stakeholder

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in solution architecture for SaaS platforms.
• Expert-level AWS cloud technologies and modern DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions aligned with IDP’s technology roadmap.
• Lead innovation using AWS services, serverless, containerisation, and event-driven patterns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and global partners for seamless integration.
• Mentor architecture community, share best practices, drive excellence.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to enhance learner experiences.
• Translate complex technical concepts into business value for senior leadership.
• Establish governance frameworks ensuring security, compliance, and quality.

Skills

AWS cloud technologies

Microservices architecture

API integration patterns

DevOps practices

SaaS platforms

Cloud-native services

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS, IT, or related field

Job description

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Solution Architect

Location: London, ENG, GB

Company: IDP Connect Ltd

Requisition ID: 3755

About IDP

IDP is the global leader in international education services, delivering global success to students, test takers and our partners, through trusted human relationships, digital technology and customer research. An Australian-listed company, we operate in more than 50 countries around the world.

Our team is comprised of over 7,000 people of various nationalities, ages and cultural backgrounds. Proudly customer-first, our expert people are powered by global technology. Together, we offer unmatched services, helping local dreams become realities, all over the world.

IDP invites experienced Solution Architects who are passionate about designing transformative solutions to join our pioneering Global Information Services team. In this role, you will play a fundamental part in supporting IELTS, the world’s most trusted English language assessment system, delivering impact at a global scale.

You will engage across the entire technology lifecycle—from strategic vision and architectural design to implementation and optimisation—within a collaborative international environment. Working closely with key partners such as Cambridge University and the British Council, you will help shape innovative architectures facilitating millions of learners' educational journeys worldwide.

This opportunity is based in the UK, with preference for candidates located near Cambridge. We offer a flexible home-based working arrangement supported by regular visits to our office and travel for important stakeholder engagements.

What you will do

• Architect and deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions aligned with IDP’s strategic technology roadmap and global operations.
• Lead innovation initiatives leveraging AWS cloud services, including serverless computing, containerisation, and event-driven architecture patterns to enhance system resilience and agility.
• Collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams and global partners to ensure seamless integration, interoperability, and consistency across diverse platforms.
• Mentor and cultivate a vibrant architecture community within IDP, disseminating best practices, fostering knowledge sharing, and driving architectural excellence across teams worldwide.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to continually infuse modern approaches that align with our mission of enhancing learner experiences.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership by translating complex technical concepts into clear business value, contributing to strategic decision-making.
• Establish governance frameworks and standards to ensure adherence to security, compliance, and quality benchmarks throughout solution lifecycles.

What we are looking for

• A minimum of 6 years’ proven experience in solution architecture, with a significant focus on SaaS platforms and cloud-native services.
• Expert-level proficiency in AWS cloud technologies, microservices architecture, API integration patterns, and modern DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of articulating technical concepts in a clear, compelling manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset and enthusiasm for continuous learning and process improvement.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative multicultural environment, showing cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
• Strong understanding of security principles and compliance requirements within the education technology sector is desirable.
• Join a mission-driven organisation that is transforming lives through education on a global scale.
• Work within an agile, forward-thinking environment that nurtures creativity and embraces cutting-edge technology.
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements promoting work-life balance, alongside a culture of inclusion and respect.
• Enjoy ongoing opportunities for professional development and career progression within a global education leader.

Take the next step in your career with IDP and help us build the future of global education together.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.