Solution Architect
JOB TITLE: Solutions Architect - Mass Affluent Platform
SALARY: £78,849 - £87,610
LOCATION: London
HOURS: Full-time, Hybrid (spend at least two days per week, or 40% of your time, at our London office)
About the Opportunity…
At Yolk Recruitment, we're thrilled to be working with a leading financial institution that's on an exciting journey of transformation. Right now, we're looking for a talented Solutions Architect to join the Mass Affluent Platform team-a key area that's driving innovation for millions of customers. This is more than just a role; it's a chance to lead, create, and shape the future of digital banking with a company that's investing heavily in technology and its people.
What You'll Be Doing…
- Innovative Architecture: You'll be at the forefront of designing cutting-edge, cloud-native solutions that address both functional and non-functional needs. Your work will help maintain and enhance the company's competitive edge.
- Optimization and Efficiency: Your expertise will ensure that these solutions are cost-effective, high-performing, secure, and compliant with all regulatory requirements.
- Mentorship: As a leader, you'll guide and mentor a team of engineers, helping them deliver top-notch, cloud-led solutions that will directly impact our customers.
- Collaborative Problem-Solving: Partner with Enterprise, Security, Data, and Infrastructure architects to develop solutions that solve real business challenges and add value to the customer experience.
- Strategic Guidance: Support Product Owners and Platform Leads in identifying risks and opportunities, ensuring that our systems are always evolving and improving.
About the Company…
We're excited to represent a company that's evolving to meet the needs of modern Britain. With a clear focus on digital transformation, they're investing billions in their people, data, and technology to better serve their 26 million customers. They're growing with purpose, and this is your chance to grow with them.
What You'll Bring…
- Experience: A strong background in Solution Architecture, with hands-on experience in modern technologies like ReactJS, Mobile Native and Cross-Platform Apps, Microservices, APIs, and cloud platforms.
- Technical Knowledge: Expertise in Event Driven Architectures (Kafka), API standards, security, and gateway patterns.
- Cloud Skills: Familiarity with GCP and cloud-based infrastructure, including API Gateways and Management Platforms like IBM API Connect and Microsoft Azure API Manager.
- Data Proficiency: Experience with data technologies such as SQL/NoSQL and Big Data.
- Leadership: The ability to guide a team in delivering high-quality, cloud-native solutions.
Nice-to-Have Skills…
- GCP Certification: A "Professional Cloud Architect" certification would be a plus.
- Analytical Skills: Strong experience in data analysis.
- Agile Experience: Familiarity with agile and iterative design practices.
- AI Knowledge: Any experience or knowledge in AI would be beneficial.
A Company That Cares…
This organization isn't just about business; they're about people. They're committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone feels they belong. From setting goals on diversity in senior roles to supporting employees with dedicated initiatives like their menopause health package and Working with Cancer program, they truly care about their people.
Perks That Make a Difference…
- Generous Pension: Up to 15% contribution to your pension.
- Annual Bonus: Performance-related bonuses to reward your hard work.
- Ownership Opportunities: Share schemes, including free shares, to help you feel invested in the company's success.
- Flexible Benefits: Discounts on shopping and other perks that suit your lifestyle.
- Time Off: 30 days of holiday, plus bank holidays.
- Wellbeing: Access to a range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies.
Ready to Make Your Mark?
If this sounds like the role for you, apply now through Yolk Recruitment and take the next step in your career. Join a company that's not just transforming banking but is committed to transforming the way we work together.
Reference: 53392375
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