Junior solutions architects

We are looking for a junior solutions architect with a strong foundation in software development and a keen interest in architectural principles. this role offers an opportunity to work alongside experienced architects and engineers, gaining hands-on experience in designing and implementing scalable, high-performing solutions. the ideal candidate will have some exposure to cloud platforms, application design, and integration patterns, along with a desire to take on architectural responsibilities such as producing solution deliverables and shaping projects through the full software delivery life cycle.
this role requires candidates to be eligible for security clearance. to qualify, applicants must have been continuously based in the uk for the last five years, without any single period of overseas absence exceeding 29 consecutive days.
what you’ll do

• support the design and documentation of end-to-end solution architectures, ensuring they align with business and technical requirements
  
• take ownership of some architectural tasks, such as producing architecture deliverables and shaping solutions through the full software delivery life cycle
  
• work closely with senior architects, engineers, and stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions
  
• gain hands-on experience with application design and integration patterns, developing solutions that are scalable and well-structured
  
• contribute to cloud-native architectures, microservices, and api-driven development
  
• assist in selecting and evaluating technologies, ensuring alignment with security and compliance best practices
  
• participate in proof-of-concept work and small-scale architectural initiatives under the guidance of experienced architects
  
• document architectural decisions, trade-offs, and best practices for future reference
  
• continuously develop expertise in cloud services, solution design, and modern software engineering practices
  what we’re looking for
  
• experience in software development, with proficiency in at least one programming language such as java, python, or c#
  
• an understanding of architectural principles such as scalability, reliability, and security in system design
  
• some exposure to application design and integration patterns, beyond low-code platforms
  
• experience or strong interest in shaping solutions and seeing them through the full software development life cycle
  
• familiarity with cloud platforms such as aws, azure, or google cloud and their core services
  
• awareness of key architectural frameworks such as togaf, with a willingness to develop expertise in this area
  
• knowledge of apis, system integration, and messaging frameworks such as rest, graphql, or kafka
  
• an appreciation for devops practices, ci/cd pipelines, infrastructure as code, and automation tools
  
• ability to engage with stakeholders and communicate technical concepts effectively
  
• a proactive approach to career development, including the pursuit of relevant certifications such as aws certified solutions architect or azure solutions architect expert
  desirable experience
  
• hands-on experience with solution design, including producing architecture deliverables
  
• real-world experience with cloud services, particularly aws or azure, beyond platform-level technical enablers
  
• familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks such as togaf
  
• exposure to security and compliance considerations, particularly in regulated industries
  
• certifications in cloud architecture or enterprise architecture frameworks
  why join
  
• work on complex technical challenges alongside experienced architects and engineers
  
• gain structured mentorship and development opportunities to progress into a full solutions architect role
  
• exposure to enterprise-level architecture and cutting-edge cloud technologies
  
• hybrid working model with a mix of remote and on-site collaboration
  
• competitive benefits package, career progression pathways, and access to professional development resources
  we understand that candidates may not meet every requirement, but we encourage applications from those eager to develop their skills in solution architecture.
  apply today by completing our online application