Solutions Architect
Solutions Architect – Contract (12 Months)
Location: Leeds, 2–3 days on-site
Rate: £650–£750 per day
Start: ASAP
Overview
Our client, a mid-sized UK business, is undergoing a major shift from a traditional B2B model to a direct-to-consumer (D2C) operation. They are refreshing their technology stack to support new customer-facing journeys, improved order management, and better integration with field/installation teams. With limited in-house engineering, they need a hands-on Solutions Architect who can design practical, scalable solutions and guide delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Define architecture to support the B2B → B2C transition.
- Design customer-facing systems (ecommerce/ordering, CRM workflows, communication).
- Shape solutions for scheduling, field service, and installation teams.
- Integrate new digital front-ends with existing Microsoft-based systems (including Dynamics).
- Produce HLDs/LLDs and provide architectural direction during implementation.
- Work closely with the Head of Technology in a lean technical environment.
Essential:
- Experience designing solutions for ecommerce or D2C businesses.
- Background in small or mid-sized organisations (not enterprise).
- Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics and broader Microsoft ecosystem.
- Experience supporting field service or installation workflows.
- Able to work independently and communicate well with non-technical teams.
- Experience with inventory/scheduling/MRP or similar operational systems.
- Previous involvement in digital transformation projects.
If you are interested and would like to speak, please reach out directly to joe@burnssheehan.co.uk