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Job Description
JOB TITLE: Solutions Architect REPORTS TO: Head of Solutions Delivery
JOB PURPOSE
As a critical member of our technology transformation programme, you will drive the successful delivery of enterprise-scale solutions within our strategic change portfolio. This role positions you as embedded technical lead within our Deloitte delivery partnership, requiring you to operate effectively across both organisations while maintaining accountability to strategic objectives.
You will be responsible for architecting and delivering complex technical solutions using modern cloud- technologies, often operating outside current technology stack. The successful candidate must demonstrate proven experience in transformation environments where autonomous decision-making, stakeholder management, and technical excellence are paramount.
A key strategic expectation is developing comprehensive technical knowledge and documentation to ensure seamless technology transfer and long-term maintainability of all solutions delivered through this partnership.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Leadership & Architecture
Design and architect enterprise-scale solutions aligned with technology strategy and transformation roadmap
Define technical standards, patterns, and frameworks for the transformation programme
Lead technical design reviews and ensure architectural consistency across workstreams
Champion cloud- design principles and modern development practices
Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Management
Serve as primary technical representative within the Deloitte delivery team
Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions
Manage technical dependencies and risks across multiple workstreams
Facilitate knowledge transfer sessions and maintain technical documentation standards
Delivery Excellence
Allocate effort effectively across assigned deliverables, maintaining transparency on progress and risks
Ensure all technical outputs comply with governance frameworks, security policies, and compliance standards
Maintain accurate project tracking through Jira and technical documentation in Confluence
Drive continuous improvement in delivery practices and technical quality
Strategic Technology Alignment
Ensure solution designs align with Microsoft platform strategy and Azure migration roadmap
Contribute to technology governance, including proof-of-concept evaluations and architectural decisions
Support the development of internal technical capabilities through mentoring and knowledge sharing
EXPERIENCE
Technical Expertise
Minimum 7+ years designing and delivering enterprise software solutions in DevSecOps environments
Proven track record of successful technology transformation programmes or large-scale modernisation initiatives
Deep expertise in Azure cloud architecture, including data platforms, integration patterns, security implementation, and performance optimisation
Demonstrated experience delivering customer-facing software applications with high availability and scalability requirements
Industry & Delivery Experience
experience in financial services, insurance, or regulated industries, ideally with London Market exposure
Strong background in software house, consulting, or Insurtech environments
Proven ability to operate effectively in distributed, multi-vendor delivery teams
Experience managing technical delivery within complex stakeholder environments
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Technical Skills
Expert-level proficiency in modern JavaScript ecosystem (TypeScript, Node.js, React) with deep understanding of single-page application architecture
Advanced expertise in TypeScript for both frontend and backend development
Comprehensive experience with cloud- design patterns, microservices architecture, and serverless computing
Hands-on expertise with AWS services, particularly DynamoDB, Lambda, API Gateway, and event-driven architectures
Strong knowledge of Azure data platforms, data lakes, and integration technologies
Proficient in technical documentation, architectural diagramming, and standards development
Leadership & Communication
Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
Proven ability to work autonomously while maintaining accountability to team objectives
Strong stakeholder management skills with experience managing competing priorities and expectations
Demonstrated capability in identifying, escalating, and resolving technical and delivery risks
Experience maintaining quality standards across mixed teams of employees, contractors, and external suppliers
Professional Attributes
Self-motivated with strong ownership mentality and results-driven approach
Collaborative mindset with ability to build effective working relationships across organisational boundaries
Adaptable to changing requirements and comfortable operating in ambiguous environments
Continuous learner with commitment to staying current with emerging technologies and industry best practices
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Competitive base salary with annual performance related discretionary bonus
Death in service benefit of four times salary
Contributory pension scheme, with optional matching
Medical Insurance
Wellbeing support
Shopping discounts through complimentary Reward Gateway membership
Learning and development support
27 days annual leave rising to 30 days
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