IT Solution Architect
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Job description
This is an initial 6 month contract role within our UK IT Business Unit. The IT Solution Architect will be responsible for designing and implementing technology solutions that align with business objectives and technical requirements. This role bridges the gap between business needs and IT capabilities, ensuring that solutions are scalable, secure, and cost-effective. The Solution Architect works closely with stakeholders, developers, and project managers to deliver robust architectures that support organisational goals., * Solution Design & Architecture to a high standard.
- Develop high-level and detailed solution architectures for IT systems and applications.
- Ensure solutions comply with enterprise architecture standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Create architectural diagrams, models, and documentation for proposed solutions.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with business analysts, project managers, and technical teams to understand requirements.
- Present architectural solutions to stakeholders and obtain buy-in.
- Technology Evaluation
- Assess emerging technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate.
- Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed solutions.
- Governance & Standards
- Define and enforce architectural principles, guidelines, and best practices.
- Ensure consistency and integration across systems and platforms.
- Implementation Support
- Provide technical leadership during solution implementation.
- Troubleshoot architectural issues and guide development teams.
- Perform Risk Management.
- Identify potential risks in solution design and propose mitigation strategies.
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Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- 7+ years in IT roles, with at least 3 years in solution architecture.
- Experience in large-scale system design and implementation.
- Certifications (Preferred).
- TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solution Architect, ITIL.
- Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
- Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid architectures.
- Experience with APIs, microservices, and integration patterns.
- Understanding of networking, security, and infrastructure principles.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving.
- Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Strong analytical skills for evaluating complex systems.
- Communication & Leadership.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels.
- Self-motivated, resilient and able to work under pressure.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Benefits & conditions
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