Solution Architect

Hastings Direct; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled solution architect to lead the design of innovative cloud-based solutions. This role involves collaborating with diverse teams to create APIs and microservices, ensuring compliance with industry standards while adapting to technical challenges. Join a forward-thinking company that values flexibility and offers a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. With a commitment to employee wellbeing and a strong focus on community impact, this opportunity promises both challenge and reward, making it an exciting next step in your career journey.

Benefits

Car allowance

Flexible working

Annual performance bonus

Private medical insurance

Pension contribution match

Mental wellbeing program

27 days annual leave

Health care cash back plans

Discounted health assessments

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proficiency in cloud native technology, especially Microsoft Azure.
• Experience in designing APIs and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition and description of solutions across the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop solutions that meet standards.

Skills

Cloud native technology

Application architecture design

API design and consumption

Enterprise integration patterns

CI/CD

DevOps

Relational and NoSQL databases

Underwriting and Fraud experience

Job description

Welcome to Hastings Direct – From our Group HR Director Pam Angel

We’re a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We’ve made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We’re proud of the journey we’re on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.

We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there’s even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you’re now reading this job advert means we’ve tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD – we really hope you like what you see, and you’ll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.

We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you’re not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.

Job Details

1. You will be responsible for leading, validating and delivering the definition and description of solutions across the product and change lifecycle.
2. You will be working with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders to develop and communicate solutions that address requirements, comply with standards and conventions, regulation, security, quality / non-functional needs, understand as-is and to-be, solving problems and developing decisions where trade-offs are required.
3. Design APIs, microservices & event driven solutions across current, transition and target states and develop business, application, information and technology views.
4. Embrace re-use, principles and patterns, use opportunities to create re-use artefacts.
5. Adapt to technical realities that are revealed during implementation and collaboratively solve problems, leading on architecture decisions.
6. Establish a trusted adviser relationship with the business by influencing and negotiating with stakeholders on the flexible facets of the solution.

Skills we would love you to have

1. Proficiency in cloud native technology and solutions, preferably Microsoft Azure.
2. Proficiency in creating new or transforming application architectures.
3. Essential experience in the design and consumption of APIs using a range of protocols.
4. Previous experience with enterprise integration patterns, solution architecture patterns & principles, microservice & event driven architectures.
5. Experience leveraging CI/CD, DevOps, Infrastructure as Code.
6. Experience in Relational and NoSQL database and understanding of modern ETL processes.
7. Experience in Underwriting, Fraud, Data Enrichment domain areas within Financial/Insurance industry.

What we offer

Join us and you’ll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.

Reward

Salary – Attractive salary based on experience + car allowance (pay reviews also completed each year).

Flexible Working – We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home.

Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings’ performance against our business goals and your own personal performance.

Physical Wellbeing – as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI) This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen.

Financial Wellbeing – As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes – discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support.

Mental Wellbeing programme – At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that’s why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own, in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs.

There's more! – 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more.

Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we’ll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve.

At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.

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