Solution Architect- Software

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Solution Architect to lead enterprise-level software designs and provide mentorship. This role requires strong client-facing skills, extensive experience in architecture, and strategic input to ensure comprehensive solutions are developed to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in solution architecture or enterprise software design.
• Experience with programming and relational databases.
• Proven ability to present solutions to technical/business audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of enterprise software implementations.
• Conduct requirement gathering sessions with clients.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to teams.

Skills

UML Diagrams

Client-facing Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Computer Science

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Solution Architect- Software

Location: United Kingdom

Experience: 5+ years

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly capable and experienced Solution Architect based in the UK to join our team. In this strategic, client-facing role, you will lead the design of enterprise-level solutions, working closely with Sales, Proposal, and Delivery teams. You'll be responsible for understanding customer requirements, defining scalable architectures, and ensuring solutions deliver real business value. You will also mentor other architects and developers, drive adherence to quality standards, and ensure compliance with internal processes and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Sales team to understand business needs and define technical solutions that address client challenges.

• Lead the end-to-end design of enterprise software implementations, focusing on business impact, scalability, performance, and long-term value.

• Conduct requirement gathering sessions with clients and stakeholders to capture both technical and functional needs.

• Create solution blueprints, including UML diagrams, workflows, architecture diagrams, and comprehensive documentation.

• Assess, recommend, and integrate appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools, aligning with architectural best practices and organizational goals.

• Work with the Proposal/Bid team to translate requirements into detailed proposals, including effort estimations, delivery timelines, and technical strategies.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other solution architects and development teams, ensuring alignment with overall architecture strategy.

• Conduct quality assurance reviews of deliverables and ensure compliance with QMS standards, SOPs, and UX/UI guidelines.

• Offer feedback, guidance, and training to cross-functional teams to continuously improve architectural standards and solution quality.

• Participate in client presentations, technical validations, and solution walkthroughs to ensure client alignment and buy-in.

• Collaborate with the project and delivery teams to ensure smooth execution and mitigate risks early in the project lifecycle.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s/master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in solution architecture, pre-sales consulting, or enterprise software design.

• to have hands-on experience with any modern programming and relational database systems.

• Proficient in creating and interpreting UML diagrams, workflows, and architecture documentation.

• Hands-on experience with technology selection, system integration, and architectural governance.

• Excellent client-facing and communication skills, with a proven ability to present complex solutions to both technical and business audiences.

• Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS), SOPs, and UX design standards.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.

Desirable Skills:

• Enterprise architecture certification (e.g., TOGAF).

• Experience in Agile/DevOps environments.

• Knowledge of industry-specific compliance and security standards.

• Experience in SaaS platforms, custom development, or digital transformation projects.

Who we are:

RedoQ is leading company in United Kingdom, which serves to clients around the globe including UK, India, UAE and other different countries. Our company is a combination of technology as well as innovations. We deal with various dynamic operations that help to evolve in the organizations long run. At RedoQ, we don’t just create custom software we build solutions to your business problems. We have got a long success record and the trust of the world’s well-known brands. We build custom web, mobile and cross-platform solutions that keep you one step ahead of the competition.

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