Solutions Architect

Role Title: Solution Architect

Location: London, UK

Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)

Contract Duration: 12+ months

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to define and deliver end-to-end solution designs across multiple systems and projects. The role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on architectural design, and close collaboration with business, engineering, and project stakeholders to ensure scalable, secure, and future-ready solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, own, and deliver solution architecture artefacts, including sequence diagrams, integration and data flow designs, and security models.
• Translate business requirements and architectural strategies into actionable technical designs.
• Design and oversee data models and integration flows across multiple systems, ensuring alignment with data governance standards.
• Partner with stakeholders across business, engineering, and project management to ensure architectural alignment and delivery feasibility.
• Operate within established architecture and data standards, balancing innovation with security, scalability, and maintainability.
• Contribute to architecture governance, ensuring design compliance and proper documentation throughout the delivery lifecycle.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect operating across large, complex system landscapes.
• Strong knowledge of integration design, including both event-driven and API-based architectures.
• Hands-on experience with custom-built, web-based applications and cloud-native design patterns.
• Proficiency in AWS (architecture, deployment, and best practices).
• Experience with relational databases and data modelling.
• Demonstrated ability to create pragmatic, secure, and scalable solutions that align with enterprise standards.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Oil and Gas industry experience is highly desirable.

Preferred Attributes

• Deep understanding of data architecture, security, and governance principles.
• Ability to guide technical teams and bridge communication between business and technology.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to solution delivery.