Solutions Architect - Retail

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology consulting business is seeking a Solution Architect to join their team. This role involves leading application solutions for major retail brands, requiring strong stakeholder management and technical expertise. The position offers a competitive salary of £85k-£100k with excellent benefits and a flexible remote work arrangement.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience as a Solution Architect in consumer-facing applications.
• Experience in end-to-end application solution architecture.
• Background in software development or technical business analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape end-to-end application solutions for major retail brands.
• Work onsite in London 1-2 days per week; the rest remotely.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Client-facing skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in Computer Science or Technology

Tools

TOGAF

Zachman

POET

PEAF

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Opportunity Overview

Outstanding opportunity to join a global technology consulting business specializing in delivering enterprise-scale architectures for the retail sector. Projects include eCommerce, loyalty programs, booking & reservations, point of sale (PoS), merchandising, smart warehousing, supply chain, and fulfillment. As a Solution Architect, you'll be client-facing, leading and shaping end-to-end application solutions for major retail brands. The role requires the following skills and experience:

1. At least 2 years' experience as a Solution Architect in consumer-facing applications (e.g., retail, media, travel, hospitality).
2. Experience in end-to-end application solution architecture.
3. Project-based experience with areas such as eCommerce, loyalty, booking & reservations, PoS, merchandising, smart warehousing, supply chain, or fulfillment.
4. Framework experience with TOGAF, Zachman, POET, PEAF, or similar.
5. Background in software development or technical business analysis is preferred.
6. Exceptional stakeholder management, client-facing, and communication skills.
7. Willingness to work onsite in London 1-2 days per week; the rest remotely.
8. Relevant degree in Computer Science or Technology (minimum 2:1).

Salary: £85k-£100k plus excellent benefits. Location: London with 70% remote work.