solution Architect- pre sales

Burns Sheehan; England; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking technology company in the UK is seeking a Solutions Architect for a hybrid role. You will bridge prospective clients and product teams, leading pre-sales solution design, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and engaging with prospects through demos and proposals. Ideal candidates possess strong SaaS or B2B experience and a creative mindset. Competitive salary of £75,000-£85,000 offered.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Inclusive company culture

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Solutions Architect in a SaaS or B2B software environment.
• Ability to work independently and proactively while engaging collaboratively.
• Experience in pre-sales engagements, confidently presenting to clients.

Responsibilities

• Leading pre-sales solution design and translating business requirements.
• Collaborating across teams to shape new offerings.
• Engaging with prospects through workshops and demos.
• Supporting delivery to ensure solution success.

Skills

Solutions Architect experience

Creative mindset

Strategic thinking

Pre-sales engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Solutions Architect - Pre-Sales

Salary - 75,000- 85,000

Hybrid working - once/ twice per month

In this role, you'll act as a critical bridge between prospective clients and product development teams - crafting compelling, fit-for-purpose solutions that not only meet client needs but also influence the direction of future product development.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading pre-sales solution design - analysing complex business requirements and translating them into innovative, achievable solutions. both externally and internally.

• Collaborating across teams - working with product, development, and delivery to shape new offerings that drive value and differentiation.

• Engaging with prospects - leading workshops, creating proposals, and delivering demos that clearly communicate your vision.

• Supporting delivery - staying engaged through implementation to ensure solution success and client satisfaction.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Solutions Architect, ideally in a SaaS or B2B software environment.

• A strong ability to work independently and proactively, while engaging collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Experience in pre-sales engagements - confident presenting to clients and shaping early-stage solutions.

• A creative mindset and strategic thinking - able to balance customer needs with product capabilities.

Why This Role?

• Be part of a forward-thinking, agile company at the forefront of a new market.

• Work in a remote-first environment with a flexible, inclusive culture.

• Collaborate with teams who value innovation, continuous learning (think: learning, collaborating days, social days, e-learning subscriptions, and more), and giving you space to grow.

If you're a natural problem-solver with a passion for designing solutions that make a real impact - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation. [e-mail]

Burns Sheehan Ltd will consider applications based only on skills and ability and will not discriminate on any grounds.