Solutions Architect - Retail
Job Title: Solutions Architect
Salary: Paying up to £90,000 per annum
Location: London
Are you a hands-on technical leader with a passion for creating innovative technology solutions? Our client, a well-established and diversified multinational organisation, is seeking a Solutions Architect to join their team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a global company known for its commitment to excellence, serving millions of customers and employing thousands of people across multiple industries.
About the Role
As a Solutions Architect, you will take the lead in designing, implementing, and overseeing advanced technology solutions tailored to specific business needs. You'll be instrumental in bridging strategic vision with hands-on implementation to deliver impactful results.
Key Responsibilities- Analyse business requirements to design comprehensive and scalable technology solutions.
- Develop detailed solution architecture designs and documentation.
- Create proof-of-concepts and prototypes to validate ideas.
- Provide hands-on technical leadership, troubleshooting and guiding teams to success.
- Evaluate, select, and implement technologies, platforms, and frameworks.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and present technical solutions.
- Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture standards and industry best practices.
- Continuously explore emerging technologies to enhance business capabilities.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a creative problem-solver with a balance of strategic vision and technical expertise. You will have:
- Strong systems thinking and practical implementation skills.
- A passion for innovative solutions and attention to detail.
- Leadership qualities with a hands-on approach.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to create clear technical documentation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in software development and architecture.
- Demonstrated ability to balance high-level architecture with low-level technical detail.
- Practical knowledge in domains like eCommerce, retail, or finance.
- Free car park.
- Subsidised on-site canteen.
- On-site gym facilities.
- Pension scheme.
- Insurance scheme (eligible after 12 months).
- Employee discount.
- 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy extra leave.