Technical Architect

MCS Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Technical/Platform Architect for a global leader in the FinTech sector, based in Belfast. The role includes defining architecture vision, ensuring system integrity, and leading agile teams. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Computer Science and extensive experience in software development, cloud technologies, and enterprise architecture. This is an exciting opportunity to influence innovative trading systems while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in enterprise architecture and software development.
• Cloud expertise including containerisation and security.
• Good understanding of testing frameworks, application security, and design patterns.

Responsibilities

• Define and share the architecture vision.
• Drive adoption of DevOps and CI/CD practices.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership and mentor teams.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Software development

C#

Java

JavaScript/TypeScript

C++

AWS

Containerisation

Microservices

APIs

DevOps tooling

Agile teams

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

MCS Group is seeking an experienced Technical/Platform Architect for a global leader in the FinTech space, based in Belfast. You'll work with global teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing systems that drive real business value. As the technical lead, you'll help define the architecture vision, guide development teams, and ensure solutions meet enterprise standards while staying aligned with evolving business needs. This is a chance to influence the design of next-generation trading systems while mentoring talent and embedding engineering best practices. Our client is expanding its Belfast operations, making this an exciting time to join.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and share the architecture vision, ensuring it supports business priorities.
• Build and maintain the architecture runway to enable reliable, scalable delivery.
• Drive adoption of DevOps and CI/CD practices, supporting modern release pipelines.
• Own and manage non-functional requirements across systems.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership and mentor teams in architecture and design.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams worldwide to shape and evolve system design.

The Ideal Person

• Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent experience).
• Strong background in enterprise architecture and software development.
• Experience with C#, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, or C++.
• Cloud expertise (AWS preferred, Azure or GCP) including containerisation and security.
• Skilled in microservices, APIs, system integration, and DevOps tooling.
• Good understanding of testing frameworks, application security, and design patterns.
• Proven ability to lead, influence, and collaborate within Agile teams.

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge of Front-Office / Trader-facing systems.
• Experience in FinTech.
• Familiarity with SAFe and micro-frontend architecture.

Salary

Salary - Negotiable

How to apply

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided, or contact Matthew Hamill, IT Recruitment Consultant, at MCS Group.

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Skills: Software Architect, System, Technical, Architect, FinTech