Solution Architect

Michael Page; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Solution Architect to join a new Architecture Team. This 100% remote role is open to candidates in the UK and requires expertise in Solution Architecture and strong stakeholder skills. The successful candidate will design technology solutions and work across Data, Software, Infrastructure, and Security projects. Benefits include 26 days holiday, matched pension, and more.

Benefits

100% Remote

26 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Option to buy 5 extra days

Enhanced maternity & paternity

Time off in lieu for extra time

Matched pension up to 11%

Health cash plan

Time off to volunteer

Qualifications

• Experience as a Solution Architect is mandatory.
• Experience across Data, Software, Infrastructure, and Security is required.
• Strong stakeholder management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable technology solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to convert requirements into designs.
• Provide technical leadership to development teams.
• Align architecture with best practices and standards.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies.
• Support integration of new systems.
• Proactively address technical risks.
• Document architectural solutions.

Skills

Solution Architect experience

Stakeholder skills

Ability to work across multiple projects

Job description

Overview

Our client is in the Non-Profit/Charity sector in the UK and is looking to grow their team with their first Solution Architect. You will be joining a newly formed Architecture Team and work closely with the Head of Enterprise Architecture, Data Architect and Business Architect. This role is 100% remote working within the UK.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable and efficient technology solutions aligned with organisational objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and translate business requirements into technical designs.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams during project implementation.
• Ensure architecture aligns with industry standards and best practices.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance system performance.
• Support the integration of new systems and applications into the existing technology landscape.
• Identify and address potential technical risks and challenges proactively.
• Document architectural solutions and maintain up-to-date technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Must haves: Solution Architect experience
• Worked across different areas including Data, Software, Infrastructure, Security
• Ability to work across multiple projects
• Strong stakeholder skills

Nice to have

• Certification in Architecture (TOGAF, Zachman)
• Worked in the charity or non-profit sector

Benefits / Offer

• 100% Remote
• 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays - rising with service to 30
• Option to buy 5 extra days
• Enhanced maternity & paternity
• Time off in lieu for extra time off
• Matched pension up to 11%
• Health cash plan
• Time off to volunteer