Solutions Architect

Role: Solutions Architect Location: Leeds (Hybrid) Salary: £65,000 Interested in leading on the Architecture for a Transformation in Financial Services? Are you an experienced Solutions Architect with a strong technical background, experience with Cloud technologies and a passion for shaping architecture within an organisation? A leading Financial and Professional services provider of specialised solutions in an interesting niche is seeking a talented individual to join their team and help drive their transition to a modernised cloud environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit, collaborative team that’s in the process of maturing their architecture and establishing governance across the business. The company is moving forward with a strategic shift towards Cloud, and this role will be pivotal in supporting and leading this transformation. Key Responsibilities: Cloud Adoption: Play a central role in helping the organisation move its legacy systems to the Cloud, with the goal of making solutions cloud-native. Technical Leadership: Work on modernising the company's legacy systems, adding new functionality while ensuring it is fully cloud-hosted and scalable. Architecture Development: Help establish and shape the architecture within the organisation, ensuring solid governance frameworks are put in place. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth technical execution of projects, while maintaining strong communication channels throughout the organisation. Cloud and Dev Experience: Leverage your experience in Cloud technologies, particularly within Microsoft environments, to build out scalable solutions. A background in Development will be advantageous as you dive into this technical role. Governance: Contribute to building out architecture governance practices and frameworks, setting standards for the future of the company’s technical direction. About You: Cloud Expertise: Experience working in Cloud environments, particularly with Microsoft Azure. Technical Background: Strong technical foundation with a background in development and Cloud architecture. Architecture Focus: A keen interest in establishing and maturing the architecture function within an organisation, driving technical innovation and best practices. Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Collaborative Spirit: A team player who thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment, eager to share knowledge and drive positive change. Why Join? Shape the Future: This is your opportunity to lead the way in defining and shaping the company’s architecture and Cloud strategy. Close-Knit Culture: Work alongside a passionate and supportive team that values collaboration and growth. Innovative Environment: Be part of a company on the cutting edge of its industry, moving toward more agile, scalable, and cloud-native solutions. If you are excited about the chance to influence and establish the architecture of an organisation while playing a pivotal role in its Cloud transformation, we want to hear from you.

Location: Leeds, GB

Posted Date: 5/12/2025