Solution Architect

Our client, a leading global organisation, is partnering with a prestigious end client based in Warwick. We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a talented Solutions Architect to join a dynamic and agile development team on an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for extension.

If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further.

Location: Warwick (Office based)
Contract Duration: 6 months (with possible extension)
Rate: Inside IR35 - Open to market rates

About the Role:

We are looking for a Senior Solution Architect with deep technical expertise and strong documentation skills to design scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions. You will work closely with business stakeholders, engineering teams, and project managers to ensure the successful delivery of complex technology solutions aligned with business goals

Your responsibilities:

• Design end-to-end enterprise-level solutions across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments.
  
  
• Translate business requirements into technical architecture and high-level design documentation.
  
  
• Lead technical workshops, architecture reviews, and proof-of-concept initiatives standards and patterns.
  
  
• Ensure scalability, security, performance, and cost-efficiency in all proposed solutions.
  
  
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to developers and junior architects.
  
  
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and frameworks for implementation.
  
  
• Participate in RFP/RFI responses, proposal creation, and client presentations.
  
  
• Align solutions with enterprise architecture standards and governance.
  
  Your Profile
  Technical Skills:
  
  
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture principles and design patterns.
  
  
• Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  
  
• Solid experience with APIs, microservices, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
  
  
• Understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools.
  
  
• Proficient in modeling tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart, Draw.io).
  
  
• Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns and middleware technologies.
  
  
• Knowledge of security, compliance, and data privacy best practices.
  
  Documentation Expertise:
  
  
• Strong ability to create architectural blueprints, HLDs, LLDs, and solution specs.
  
  
• Experience writing clear, concise technical documents tailored to different audiences.
  
  
• Skilled in documenting workflows, process diagrams, and data flows.
  
  
• Experience with documentation tools like Confluence, SharePoint, or similar platforms.
  
  Desirable skills/knowledge/experience:
  
  
• Create and maintain detailed architecture diagrams, solution design documents, and technical specifications.
  
  
• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to ensure alignment with architecture
  
  
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  
  
• 10+ years of relevant IT experience, with 3+ years in a solution/enterprise architect role.
  
  
• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Architect Expert) preferred.
  
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent verbal and written communication