Solution Architect

DXC Technology; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider in Milton Keynes is looking for a Solution Architect to engage with clients, translate their business needs into effective software solutions, and manage the configuration of DXC Assure products. The role requires strong SQL skills, knowledge of the insurance domain, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for continuous learning and development.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation & Pension Scheme

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Continuous Learning & Development

Lifestyle Perks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the insurance domain, particularly with brokers and carriers.
• Ability to construct SQL queries, views, and stored procedures.
• Experience in configuring web-based policy administration systems.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients to capture business requirements.
• Translate requirements into working software solutions using DXC Assure.
• Create and update complex solution configurations.

Skills

Insurance domain expertise – Lloyds and Company market knowledge

Strong SQL skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Experience in working to strict deadlines

Attention to detail with strong documentation skills

Tools

DXC Assure Software products

SOAP & REST based API’s

SQL

Job description

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The Solution Architect is primarily responsible for liaising with clients to capture and translate customer business and technical requirements into a working business system solution utilizing DXC Assure software products.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Engage with Customer SME’s in workshops or other methods of interaction to elicit business requirements and solution objectives.
• Liaise with client SME’s on engagements from a functional/technical delivery perspective
• Translate detailed business requirements into working software solutions using DXC Assure software products and configuration tools.
• Ability to support project team members and customer SME’s on limitations and opportunities for perfect fit customer solutions based on knowledge of DXC Assure Software Products
• Adhere to and contribute to the enhancement of best practice design and configuration of DXC Assure software products
• Create and update complex solution configuration on the DXC Assure Software products including configuration of the following:Rating algorithms and referral processingUnderwriting, Claims and business rulesBusiness Process workflow rulesStored procedures, database triggers, indexes, and other database artefactsReference data creation and maintenanceProduct building including the implementation of dynamic logic, validations & workflow rulesEnquiries / Data Extraction / Reports / Documents
• Work collaboratively with the client and DXC project teams to drive delivery of the agreed solution
• Software configuration / Solution testing/validation/issue resolution
• Confidently demonstrate DXC Assure product solutions in new client engagements
• Participate in internal quality reviews of solution delivery processes
• Prepare functional and technical solution documentation
• Provide inputs to project work estimates
• Contribute to the process of transitioning completed projects into support

Essential Skills/Qualifications:

• Insurance domain expertise – Lloyds and Company market knowledge preferably with experience of Broker, Carrier, Syndicate and MGA operations
• Insurance system knowledge covering underwriting, claims, accounts, and re-insurance
• Experienced in the configuration of web-based Policy Administration/Claims Systems
• Strong SQL skills including the ability to construct SQL queries, views, triggers and stored procedures
• Knowledge of on-premise and cloud-based solutions
• Knowledge in the use of SOAP & REST based API’s
• A detailed understanding of the full project life cycle
• Have demonstrated a working knowledge of the following concepts/skills:Agile / Scrum / WaterfallProcess Mapping (current and future state)Data flow diagrams (current and future state)Entity relationship mapping
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in working to strict deadlines individually and as part of a team.
• A high level of attention to detail with strong documentation skills

Desirable Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience/knowledge of configuring DXC Assure Software products
• Experience in projects delivering cloud-based managed service solutions
• Knowledge of XML, XSLT, JSON
• Prepared to travel when required
• Ability to work flexible hours as required - connecting and collaborating with colleagues in different time zones

What we can offer you:

• Competitive Compensation & Pension Scheme – Rewarding your expertise while securing your future.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package – Including DXC Select, Perks at Work, and incentive programs for exclusive savings and rewards.
• Continuous Learning & Development – Access to upskilling opportunities, career growth resources, and industry-leading training.
• Lifestyle Perks – Enjoy options like the Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme and more.

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.