Solutions Architect

We're on the hunt for a top-tier Solution Architect with a rich career designing microservices from an architectural perspective to join a cutting-edge digital tech company's agile Architect team and contribute to the delivery of the technology strategy and digital transformation roadmap!Workplace Policy | Location: Remote 1st with fortnightly visits to the Manchester office (must be within an hour and a half of Manchester)Salary: Up to £75k + perks (DOE)As the go-to expert for all Customer Digital solutions, you'll partner with product teams to translate business needs into top-notch solutions for Customer, Marketing, and other areas. You'll champion quality and ensure alignment with the tech strategy, playing a key role in delivering the digital transformation roadmap, including a unified customer platform, streamlined user experiences, and enhanced customer marketing strategies.Great role, great projects in a great client… what more could you ask for?Key tasks include: Design cost-effective, scalable solutions with engineering and SIs.Champion best practices in architecture.Ensure seamless system integration across the organization.Advocate for future-proof technology architectures.Partner with product teams to evaluate and implement modern technologies.Influence technology strategy through strong stakeholder relationships.Continuously improve enterprise outcomes.Co-create transformation roadmaps with key stakeholders.Lead RFI/RFP creation and vendor selection for technology.Represent and champion the architecture vision.Contribute to the IT strategyWhat skills do you need to succeed in this position?Background in event driven architectures Architected solutions for Retail, E-commerce & Financial ServicesExperience designing microservices: from an architectural perspective and understanding their boundaries and interactionsAgile Collaboration: Worked with Product & Agile teams for continuous deliverySolution-Oriented: Translated client needs into scalable solutions aligning with enterprise architectureCloud & Microservices Expertise: Designed & deployed solutions in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) with microservices & event-driven architecturesProven Leadership: Governed solutions within the architecture functionEffective Communicator: Translated complex technical concepts for all audiencesContinuous Learner: Adaptable & stays updated on IT trends (vendor-neutral)Strategic Planner: Skilled at crafting holistic solutions from limited informationDecisive & Confident: Presents proposals & provides clear guidanceEnjoying a varied workload that will both reward and challenge you in equal measure, you’ll be joining a growing area of the business with an emphasis on innovation that isn’t afraid of taking risks and pushing the boat out on today’s competitive and tech-focused digital retail market.Sound like something you might be interested in?For more information, please apply now or contact me and let’s kickstart your new journey today!