Solutions Architect

Sellick Partnership; Watford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national organization in Watford is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect. You will play a crucial role in shaping IT strategy, working with stakeholders to design technology solutions aligned with business objectives. Ideal candidates will have experience with Microsoft technologies and excellent stakeholder management skills. This role offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in a solutions design role.
• Four years working with the Microsoft technology stack.
• Full clean driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders to understand business challenges.
• Design and document current and future systems architecture.
• Research and consult on deployment of new IT solutions.
• Develop and execute test plans to ensure solutions meet specifications.

Skills

Solutions design

Azure SQL

Power BI

Stakeholder management

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Power Platform

SharePoint Online

Job description

Overview

Solutions Architect required to join an established national organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional with a strong technical background in and Microsoft technologies to play a key role in shaping the organisation's IT strategy on a full-time, permanent basis.

Role details

As the Solutions Architect, you will work closely with senior stakeholders, product owners, and IT teams to design, propose and implement technology solutions that support the business's strategic objectives. You will be responsible for researching emerging technologies, developing technical roadmaps, and ensuring IT services are aligned with operational needs.

Key responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders to understand business challenges and propose technology solutions


• Design and document current and future systems architecture and technical collateral


• Research, price, propose and consult on deployment of new IT solutions and enhancements


• Develop and execute test plans to ensure solutions meet specification and transition smoothly into service


• Support IT governance activities and maintain strong relationships with external suppliers


• Assist in defining annual roadmaps and technical visions for current and future systems

Required skills and experience

• Minimum five years' experience in a solutions design role and four years working with the Microsoft technology stack


• Strong knowledge of Azure SQL, Data Factory, Analysis Services, Power BI, Microsoft Azure, Entra, Power Platform, Logic Apps, and SharePoint Online


• Excellent stakeholder management, documentation, and presentation skills


• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and effective time management


• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines


• Full clean driving licence is essential

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation in West Sussex offering exposure to enterprise-level projects, a competitive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.

If you believe you have the necessary skills, ambition and experience for the Solutions Architect role, please apply now, or contact Daniel Berry at Sellick Partnership on (phone number removed). With the department workload increasing due to the success of the organisation, the client is looking for a relatively quick appointment.

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