Job Advertisement: 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.

Benefits

• 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.