Senior Solution Architect

BIP; Milano; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Over 300 courses on emerging technologies

Flexible work model

Health insurance and wellness benefits

Parental leave support

Commitment to inclusion and diversity

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Solution Architect to drive digital transformation for large organizations. The role focuses on designing scalable solutions that integrate enterprise architecture and emerging technologies. Candidates should have 4-8 years of experience in IT, proficiency with major cloud platforms, and strong analytical abilities. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional growth and innovation in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of IT experience in consulting or enterprise architecture.
• Experience with legacy and distributed architecture.
• Proficient in cloud providers and container models.
• Understanding of modern data ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define architectural solutions.
• Design end-to-end solutions integrating various technologies.
• Lead architectural decisions on complex projects.
• Support development teams throughout the solution life cycle.

Skills

Architectural design

Cloud solutions

Java/Spring

Micro-services

Data architecture

DevOps principles

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Relevant IT degree

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Kubernetes

Java

.NET

Python

JavaScript (React/Angular)

Snowflake

Kafka

Job description

Senior Solution Architect at BIP

Senior Solution Architect in PLAS – Platform Architecture Strategy, a dedicated line of BIP focused on Enterprise Architecture. The role involves designing scalable, secure, and innovative solutions that integrate enterprise architecture, cloud, data, and emerging technologies to drive digital transformation for large organizations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Business and IT stakeholders to define architectural solutions that support digital transformation and evolve operational models.
• Design end‑to‑end solutions integrating legacy systems, cloud‑native applications, APIs, micro‑services, and event‑driven architectures.
• Lead architectural decisions on complex projects, contributing to reference architecture, technology blueprints, and design standards.
• Create innovative solutions that incorporate AI (including LLM and GenAI), cloud technologies, data ecosystems, and DevOps tools.
• Evaluate technology stacks and tools through comparative analysis based on functional and non‑functional requirements.
• Support development teams throughout the solution life cycle to ensure architectural consistency, scalability, and maintainability.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of IT experience in consulting, system integration, or large enterprise environments, actively designing and evolving application and architecture solutions in complex enterprise contexts.
• Experience modeling enterprise solutions that integrate legacy environments, distributed architectures, and cloud‑based systems.
• Knowledge of major integration paradigms (API, micro‑services, event‑driven, EAI/ESB/SOA) and service‑oriented architectural logic.
• Proficiency with major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container deployment models (Kubernetes, OpenShift, Rancher).
• Solid infrastructure expertise (networking, virtualization, storage) to support solution design.
• Experience with Java/Spring, .NET, Python, JavaScript (React/Angular) or equivalent technologies.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and principles (Git, Jenkins, CI/CD).
• Background in data solution design, selection of relational and NoSQL databases, and end‑to‑end data architecture (ingestion, processing, serving, security).
• Knowledge of modern data ecosystems (Snowflake, Fabric, Databricks, Kafka, object storage, ETL) in on‑prem and cloud contexts.
• Understanding of AI technologies and frameworks (GenAI, LLM, ML) and ability to design solutions that integrate AI in an enterprise setting.
• Experience with architectural design models (C4, diagram‑as‑code, Archimate) and tools (Structurizr, Draw.io, Lucidchart, Enterprise Architect).
• Strong analytical thinking, systemic vision, and orientation toward quality, maintainability, and scalability.
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage diverse stakeholders and lead technical and functional workshops.
• Good organizational abilities, operable in structured yet dynamic environments.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Nice to Have

• Enterprise Architecture certification (e.g., TOGAF®).
• Cloud certifications at associate or professional level (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Certifications in AI and Data (AI/ML advanced, SnowPro, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric).
• Kubernetes certifications (CKA, CKAD).
• DevOps certifications (DevOps Foundation or advanced equivalents).

Benefits

• Crescita e Formazione – Over 300 courses on emerging technologies, personalized development programs, and training initiatives.
• Flessibilità e Work‑Life Integration – Agile work model with remote and on‑site scheduling, Banca Ore Solidale, and cultural support for work‑life balance.
• Salute & Benefits – Health insurance, subsidised check‑ups, wellness platforms, integrated welfare plan, restaurant ticket and other benefits.
• Famiglia e Genitorialità – Full integration for the first 3 months of parental leave, one‑time bonuses, extra days for fathers, and support during and after leave.
• Inclusione e Valori – Commitment to uniqueness, equal opportunities, and inclusive policies (L. 68/99).

Next Steps

After receiving your CV, we will carefully review it. If there is a match with this or other openings within the Group, we will contact you to begin the mutual acquaintance process. The selection process usually includes an HR interview, a technical interview with a line manager, and possibly an interview with a Partner. The order and number of interviews may vary. If you prefer, we can keep your CV in our database for future opportunities.

About Us

Founded in 2003, BIP has built on a rich consulting heritage, adding innovation and digitalisation as key ingredients. We now have over 6,000 professionals across 13 countries, delivered more than 4,500 projects, and remain at the forefront of Digital Transformation, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Industry 4.0, IoT, and Disruptive Technologies.

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Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting