Solution Architect

LA International; United States; Remote; USD 143,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

LA International is seeking a Solution Architect for a 6-month contract, with initial period and extension possibilities. The role can be based in Telford or remote, with a maximum of 2 days per week on-site.

Competitive rate of £580-£680 per day via Umbrella, reflecting seniority and security clearance capabilities. The successful candidate will own the solution design across delivery phases, influence architecture options, and work closely with project teams and senior stakeholders to deliver

Qualifications

• Experience of application modernization and cloud migration.
• Experience with legacy technologies integrated into a cloud ecosystem (AWS/Azure).
• Familiarity with Kubernetes/Helm and related tooling.
• Ability to engage senior stakeholders and clients with credible technical leadership.
• Strong relationship management with vendors and delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the solution design across delivery phases and guide technical decisions.
• Collaborate with project management to deliver scalable solutions into Live operation.
• Drive architecture governance and ensure artefacts meet standards.
• Work with agile teams and delivery architects through the lifecycle.
• Be the face of the solution to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Cloud migration

AWS/Azure

Kubernetes/Helm

Java/JavaScript

Oracle/MySQL

Tools

Java

Kubernetes

Helm

Oracle

MySQL

Job description

Solution Architect

6 Month contract initially + Extensions. Based: Telford/Remotely. Max 2 days p/w.

Rate: £580 - £680 p/d - (via Umbrella company)

We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a Solution Architect to join the team.

Key Responsibilities

We expect our solution architects to have experience of a wide range of technologies including public and private cloud solutions, best practices and general ways of working. This experience is essential to influence and advise of the most appropriate solution options and to be highly credible with both our clients and senior internal stakeholders.

As a solution architect, you will have responsibility for the ownership of the solution design through the delivery phases, be responsible for working through the technical challenges and decisions in partnership with the project and engagement management communities to safely deliver the solution into Live operation.

• Take ownership of the individual application modernisation requirement within the overall programme.
• Drive the solution development and documentation of solution designs ensuring good architectural practices are observed through the lifecycle of the solution development.
• Ensure solutions and artefacts adhere to Architecture Governance processes
• Working with agile development teams and delivery architects through all phases of the solution lifecycle.
• Take ownership of the solutions and be the face off to our internal and external senior stakeholders.

Key Skills/knowledge/experience

• Experience of application modernisation and public cloud migration
• Experience of working with legacy technologies and adapting them to fit within an ecosystem based on AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, HELM, Java, JavaScript, Oracle, MySQL would be advantageous.
• Working with agile development teams and delivery architects through all phases of the solution lifecycle.
• Take ownership of the solutions and be the face off to our internal and external senior
• Develop excellent working relationships with our clients to become their trusted advisors through boldness and honesty.
• Relationship management of the technical relationships with vendors, third parties and the wider business.
• Ensure solution delivery is performed according to agreed specification.
• Own technical problem management and resolution relevant to the solution development

This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work.

LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.