Solutions Architect

Expleo; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company in London is seeking an experienced Solution Architect. The role focuses on leading software evaluations and designing complex systems with a focus on enterprise integration. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a relevant degree, with certifications like TOGAF being advantageous. The company offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in a relevant subject is required.
• TOGAF and Cloud certifications are an advantage.
• CISSP or Cyber Essentials certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead software and product evaluation based on requirements.
• Design complex systems with enterprise integration patterns.
• Collaborate with teams on Architecture Runways.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Communication skills

People management skills

Teamwork

Emotional intelligence

Self-management

Openness and transparency

Experience with APIs

Familiarity with Agile development

Education

BS/MS degree in Computer Science or Engineering

TOGAF certification

Tools

Sparx Enterprise Architect

LeanIX

Atlassian toolset

IBM API Connect

AWS API Gateway

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

• Have expertise in solution architecture and at least one IT Architecture domain (Business, Application, Information, Technology, Security).
• Lead software / product evaluation and selection according to Software Requirement Process requirements.
• Use Enterprise Architecture (EA) and Solution Architecture (SA) Tools such as Sparx Enterprise Architect and LeanIX.
• Write and present clear technical proposals with objectives, costs, and benefits.
• Design large or complex systems with enterprise integration patterns, interface design, messaging models, APIs, and Loose Coupling architectures.
• Define and develop Agile Architecture within a Product Team and an Agile Release Train.
• Collaborate with the Enterprise Architecture Team on Architecture Runways for Sprints and Enabler Epics.
• Review other system designs for technology selection, resource efficiency, and system integration.
• Develop solution design within frameworks and tooling and get approval from the Architecture Review Board.
• Evaluate and analyze major design options and manage risks.
• Support the Application Architecture manager in setting principles, standards, and technology strategy to align with the business strategy.
• Follow UK Architecture principles, guidelines, and reference architectures in high-level designs and feasibility papers.
• Ensure system design balances functional, service quality, and systems management options.
• Contribute to the architecture community of practice.
• Design integrated digital solutions.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related subject.
• TOGAF certification.
• CISSP or Cyber Essentials certification an advantage.
• Cloud certifications an advantage.

Essential skills

• Good client-facing and communication skills.
• Proven ability to clearly and persuasively present complex information to senior stakeholders (including C-Suite).
• People management skills - fostering learning, mentoring, and knowledge transfer through learning interventions.
• Teamwork and emotional intelligence.
• Good self-management – continuous performance and a proactive mindset.
• High value on openness and transparency.
• Familiarity with Atlassian toolset.
• Experience with Enterprise Architecture repositories (LeanIX), Planning IT, and Sparx Enterprise Architect.
• Knowledge of APIs and Loosely Coupled architectures.
• Experience with API Management tools including IBM API Connect and AWS API Gateway.
• Understanding of data modelling techniques (3NF, Star schema, Data Vault, etc.).
• Familiarity with different development styles (Agile, TDD, Scrum, etc.).
• Experience with Service Orchestration and Message-oriented middleware solutions (AMQP, AWS SQS, etc.).
• Web services knowledge – JSON, SOAP/XML.
• Understanding networking protocols – TCP/IP, HTTP.
• Experience with BI and Data Warehousing techniques (Informatica, SAP BO).

Experience

• Leadership experience in managing a team.
• Experience working collaboratively in challenging environments.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Participation in accredited training courses via ExpleoAcademy.
• Competitive benefits.
• Team-oriented mindset, open to innovation and challenge.