Technical Architect

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company in the UK is seeking a Technical Architect to lead initiatives in technology modernization and API management. The ideal candidate will have proven experience working with cloud platforms and agile methodologies. Skills in AWS, Java, and architectural governance are essential. This role offers the chance to contribute to meaningful projects while working in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating at a SFIA 6 level.
• Experience with security, routing, and technology adoption in APIs.
• Working knowledge of agile methodologies.
• Experience with output design proposals and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical architecture initiatives.
• Enhance API Gateway functionalities.
• Migrate legacy systems to modern technologies.

Skills

Proven experience as a Technical Architect

Strong experience with API Gateway

Experience with decommissioning Legacy systems

Proficient in cloud platforms, particularly AWS

Experience working in agile environments

Experience with architectural governance processes

Proficient in AWS, Java, DB2, Relational databases

Job description

Responsibilities

• Technical Architecture: Proven experience as a Technical Architect, operating at a SFIA 6 level.
• API and Gateway Expertise: Strong experience with API Gateway enhancements, including security, routing, and technology adoption.
• Legacy System Modernisation: Experience with decommissioning Legacy systems and migrating to modern technologies.
• Cloud Platforms: Proficient in cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
• Agile Methodologies: Proven experience working in agile environments and participating in all agile ceremonies.
• Technical Governance: Experience with architectural governance processes and the ability to produce output design proposals and other technical documentation
• Tech Stack Essentials: proficient in:
  • AWS (API Gateway, S3, Lambda, VPC)
  • Java
  • DB2
  • Relational databases
  • Network Concepts (Firewalls, domains, routing)
• Tech Stack Desirable: proficient in:
  • OpenAPI Schemas
  • Kubernetes (high level)
  • Spring Boot
  • JBOSS/EJB awareness
  • Postgres
  • Python (again for reading code primarily)
  • Awareness of architecture design patterns

Nice to have

• Knowledge of the land registration context and its services.
• Experience in a similar role within a UK government department.
• A "people first" approach, as dealing with conflict is commonplace in these roles.

Reasonable Adjustments

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.