Solutions Architect

Colossus Recruitment

West Midlands Combined Authority

Hybrid

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Solution Architect skilled in Python and microservices to design scalable systems. The role involves leading architecture decisions and collaborating with engineering teams on cloud-native platforms. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of backend engineering experience, including 3 years in an architecture role. This is a 6-month contract with onsite or hybrid options.

Qualifications

8+ years of backend engineering experience.
3+ years in a solution architect or lead role.
Advanced knowledge of Python, FastAPI, or Flask.
Hands-on expertise with data pipelines and message queues.

Responsibilities

Architect scalable, modular backend solutions using Python.
Lead technical design across APIs and backend orchestration.
Drive architecture reviews and documentation.
Work with teams to build cloud-native systems on AWS.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

Flask

Microservices

AWS

CI/CD

Docker

RESTful APIs

Communication skills

Tools

GitLab CI

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

Job description

Overview

Solution / Technical Architect – Python Expert (FastAPI, Flask, Microservices), Inside IR35 Onsite / Hybrid working - 6 month contract

Our client is seeking an experienced Solution Architect with a strong background in Python and modern microservices to help shape the future of their backend systems. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys driving architecture decisions, leading technical direction, and delivering scalable, cloud-native platforms. You’ll be joining a fast-paced environment where your work will have a direct impact on the design and delivery of mission-critical platforms. The successful candidate will combine strategic vision with hands-on technical expertise, guiding engineering teams while influencing long-term architecture.

Responsibilities

Architect scalable, modular backend solutions using Python (FastAPI, Flask) and microservices.
Lead technical design across APIs, data pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and backend orchestration.
Drive architecture reviews, documentation, and system governance.
Work closely with DevOps and engineering teams to build cloud-native systems on AWS with CI/CD.
Mentor engineers and foster best practices across the development lifecycle.
Translate business requirements into practical, high-quality technical solutions.

Key Requirements

8+ years backend engineering experience, with 3+ years in a solution architect/lead role.
Advanced knowledge of Python, particularly FastAPI or Flask.
Strong experience in microservices, RESTful APIs, and distributed systems.
Hands-on expertise with data pipelines, background jobs, message queues, and integrations.
AWS experience (ECS, EC2, Lambda, VPC, S3) and CI/CD (GitLab CI or similar).
Proficiency with Docker and containerisation workflows.
Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical concepts clearly.

Nice to Have

Exposure to frontend integration (React).
Database experience with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or similar.
Experience in compliance-sensitive sectors (finance, insurance, legal tech).
Open-source contributions or community involvement.

Additional Information

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