Solution Architect

ZipRecruiter; Warwick; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global organisation offers a fantastic opportunity for Solutions Architects in Warwick. This role entails designing scalable solutions and requires strong documentation skills. You will collaborate closely with business stakeholders and engineering teams within a dynamic development environment on an initial 6-month contract with the potential for extension.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant IT experience, with 3+ years in a solution/enterprise architect role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end enterprise-level solutions across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments.
• Translate business requirements into technical architecture and high-level design documentation.
• Lead technical workshops and architecture reviews.

Skills

Enterprise architecture principles

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

APIs

Microservices

Containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)

DevOps practices

CI/CD pipelines

Modeling tools (Visio, Lucidchart)

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Confluence

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a leading global organisation, is partnering with a prestigious end client based in Warwick. We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a talented Solutions Architect to join a dynamic and agile development team on an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for extension. If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further.

Location: Warwick (Office based)

Contract Duration: 6 months (with possible extension)

Rate: Inside IR35 - Open to market rates

About the Role:

We are looking for a Senior Solution Architect with deep technical expertise and strong documentation skills to design scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions. You will work closely with business stakeholders, engineering teams, and project managers to ensure the successful delivery of complex technology solutions aligned with business goals.

Responsibilities:

• Design end-to-end enterprise-level solutions across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments.
• Translate business requirements into technical architecture and high-level design documentation.
• Lead technical workshops, architecture reviews, and proof-of-concept initiatives, standards, and patterns.
• Ensure scalability, security, performance, and cost-efficiency in all proposed solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to developers and junior architects.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and frameworks for implementation.
• Participate in RFP/RFI responses, proposal creation, and client presentations.
• Align solutions with enterprise architecture standards and governance.

Your Profile:

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture principles and design patterns.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Solid experience with APIs, microservices, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools.
• Proficient in modeling tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart, Draw.io).
• Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns and middleware technologies.
• Knowledge of security, compliance, and data privacy best practices.

Documentation Expertise:

• Strong ability to create architectural blueprints, HLDs, LLDs, and solution specifications.
• Experience writing clear, concise technical documents tailored to different audiences.
• Skilled in documenting workflows, process diagrams, and data flows.
• Experience with documentation tools like Confluence, SharePoint, or similar platforms.

Desirable Skills/Knowledge/Experience:

• Create and maintain detailed architecture diagrams, solution design documents, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to ensure alignment with architecture.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant IT experience, with 3+ years in a solution/enterprise architect role.
• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Architect Expert).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent verbal and written communication.