VP Solutions Architect - Salesforce

Cornwallis Elt; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 69,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in financial services is seeking a talented Solutions Architect to design and implement innovative payment systems. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to create scalable and efficient solutions, leading architectural design, and mentoring development teams. With a focus on Salesforce technologies and a commitment to excellence, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-evolving payments landscape. If you are passionate about technology and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Solutions Architect in financial services.
• Strong understanding of Salesforce technologies and development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to design technical solutions aligned with business goals.
• Lead architecture, design, and implementation of payment solutions.

Skills

Salesforce

API design and integration

Microservices architecture

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)

Architectural frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman)

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Job description

This range is provided by Cornwallis Elt. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Job Title:

VP Solutions Architect - Salesforce

Location:

Hybrid (Northampton)

Salary:

Up to £82,000 per annum

About the Company:

Our client is a leading financial services organization specializing in innovative solutions to empower businesses in the fast-evolving payments landscape. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, they are seeking a talented Solutions Architect to help design and implement scalable, robust, and efficient payment systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and design technical solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of payment solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend technology stacks and frameworks to enhance system performance, scalability, and security.
• Provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to best practices and governance standards.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather and understand requirements, translating them into actionable architectural designs.
• Stay up to date with emerging trends in the payments industry, proactively suggesting innovations and improvements.
• Mentor and guide development teams, ensuring seamless integration of architectural designs into implementation.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Proven experience as a Solutions Architect, with a strong background in the financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of Salesforce, Salesforce technologies and Salesforce development.
• Strong understanding of API design and integration, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar).
• Proficiency in architectural frameworks and methodologies (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements in the financial and payments industry.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering scalable and efficient solutions.

Seniority level:

Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:

Finance and Information Technology