Technical Architect

Alcumus; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in risk management solutions is looking for a Software Developer in Cardiff. You will collaborate with Solution Architects and engineering teams to design technical solutions, ensuring they align with user needs and organizational objectives. Your role will involve documenting architectural designs and making key decisions to guide development teams effectively. Join a culture that values expertise and personal growth while enjoying flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

'Giving day' to give back

Enhanced family-friendly leave

Employee assistance program

Gym discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Access to LinkedIn Learning

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Software Developer.
• Solid understanding of cloud architecture and technologies.
• Ability to document architectural designs clearly.

Responsibilities

• Work with Solution Architects to create optimal designs.
• Translate technical concepts for various teams.
• Ensure delivery of technical solutions according to defined architectures.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

TypeScript

.Net

Ruby

Cloud architecture

Agile methodology

Education

Professional certification in AWS or working towards one

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

CI/CD

Infrastructure as Code

Job description

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• You will work with Solution Architects to create optimal designs through an iterative process, aligning the user need with the system requirements and organisational objectives.
• Working closely with engineering teams designing technical solutions and ensuring their delivery according to defined architectures and principles.
• Translating technical concepts between software engineering, product, and operations so they are understood by all.
• Accounting for the wider implications of a design by knowing relevant historical context and future impact as a domain technical expert.
• Understanding and contributing to technical governance.
• Championing our collaborative environment, you will work closely with Software Engineers and Product and Operations Teams, implementing robust and scalable applications.

What you’ll need to be successful

• You understand enterprise architectures, infrastructure and software engineering principles and have a solid understanding of cloud architecture and technologies.
• You are able to translate business requirements into technical designs following defined architectures and principles.
• You have extensive experience working as a Software Developer with expertise in technologies including Java, JS/TS, .Net, Node, React, Ruby.
• You can clearly and concisely document architectural designs and decisions with the use of standard diagram formats. You have the experience and ability to make and guide effective decisions, bringing the team with you and helping them converge on the right approach, explaining clearly how the decision has been reached.

What that means day to day

• You will work with Solution Architects to create optimal designs through an iterative process, aligning the user need with the system requirements and organisational objectives.
• Working closely with engineering teams designing technical solutions and ensuring their delivery according to defined architectures and principles.
• Translating technical concepts between software engineering, product, and operations so they are understood by all.
• Accounting for the wider implications of a design by knowing relevant historical context and future impact as a domain technical expert.
• Understanding and contributing to technical governance.
• Championing our collaborative environment, you will work closely with Software Engineers and Product and Operations Teams, implementing robust and scalable applications.

What you’ll need to be successful

• You understand enterprise architectures, infrastructure and software engineering principles and have a solid understanding of cloud architecture and technologies.
• You are able to translate business requirements into technical designs following defined architectures and principles.
• You have extensive experience working as a Software Developer with expertise in technologies including Java, JS/TS, .Net, Node, React, Ruby.
• You can clearly and concisely document architectural designs and decisions with the use of standard diagram formats. You have the experience and ability to make and guide effective decisions, bringing the team with you and helping them converge on the right approach, explaining clearly how the decision has been reached.
• You may also have:
• AWS or professional certification. Or are working towards one.
• Skills or experience in DevOps, such as CI/CD or Infrastructure as Code.
• The ability to converse in French.
• Knowledge of Agile software development methodology.

What you’ll get in return

FOR THE HERE AND NOW – We provide a mature and flexible ‘work your way’ culture, generous holiday allowance, a ‘giving day’ to give back to others, enhanced family-friendly leave (regardless of gender), an employee assistance programme, 24-hour online GP, gym discounts, cover for a variety of healthcare, dental, optical and wellbeing treatments/services, a cycle to work scheme, and paid time off when you’re physically and mentally unwell.

FOR FUN – You spend a significant percentage of your time with your colleagues (and what a great bunch of people they are!) and it’s important to us that everyone contributes to an environment that is positive and full of laughs. We’ve always got something going on, from charity events and competitions to recognition events and awards, and we encourage our teams to get involved and have fun along the way.

FOR THE FUTURE – To set you up for later on in life, we provide an enhanced pension scheme with generous employer contributions and a life assurance policy for peace of mind. We offer a plethora of development resources and support, including access to LinkedIn learning to support you as you develop your career with us. Last year alone, we filled nearly 30% of our roles with internal candidates (which equates to almost 50 people being promoted!)

Sound interesting so far?

What you can expect if you apply:

• A response to your application within 15 working days
• An interview process consisting of:
• An initial discovery call with the recruiter
• A first-stage interview via Microsoft Teams
• Additional interview (likely face-to-face) with the stakeholders you’ll be working with closely in the role

We’re keen to ensure our hiring process allows you to be at your best, so if you need us to make any adjustments, please just let us know.

About Alcumus

Who we are:

By this point, you’ll likely have decided if the role sounds up your street, but what about Alcumus as an employer?

Time to introduce ourselves…

We believe that everyone should be able to go home safely from work every night, so we’ve made it our mission to build risk management solutions that are far beyond simple box ticking exercises, instead embracing new and evolving technology that will support our clients to keep their workforce safe.

We’re a PE-backed, high-growth business that sets ambitious goals, moves at pace, and fails fast. We believe that if you look after your people, they look after everything else, so we place significant emphasis on providing stretch for personal development. Our growth will be your growth.

We value diversity and work hard to foster a culture where everyone can bring their whole self to work, each and every day. Every one of our people is unique, and that’s what makes Alcumus stronger as a whole.

What we stand for:

• Be a team player – working collaboratively and being consciously inclusive with your colleagues
• Be brave – sharing your ideas, challenging the status quo, and taking responsibility for the part you play
• Know your stuff – continuously developing your skills and expertise, with the support from our many learning offerings
• Enjoy the journey – contributing to a positive working environment that enables you and everyone around you to be at their best

Equal Employment Opportunity

Alcumus is an equal opportunity workplace. All candidates will be afforded equal opportunity through the recruiting process. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity and/or expression. We are dedicated to growing a diverse team of highly talented individuals and creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.