Solution Architect

• Lead the end-to-end architecture for key programmes, ensuring alignment with business goals
• Produce and present High-Level Designs (HLDs) covering both functional and non-functional requirements
• Design AWS-native, serverless architectures using services such as Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, and SQS
• Embed Security by Design, leveraging IAM, KMS, WAF and other AWS services
• Define and manage non-functional requirements including scalability, resilience, performance, and cost optimisation
• Present designs at governance forums (e.g. Technical Design Authority, Cyber Security)
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams, product owners, and business stakeholders
• Provide oversight and assurance of third-party architectural solutions

• Proven experience operating as a Senior Solution Architect within large, complex environments
• Strong track record of producing HLDs (including logical & deployment views, sequence diagrams, NFRs)
• Deep understanding of AWS architecture, ideally with serverless expertise
• Experience designing event-driven and integration-based solutions
• Strong knowledge of security and identity management principles
• Confident communicator, able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience in retail environments (e.g. POS, branch systems) is beneficial but not essential

Tech Environment

• AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, SQS, IAM, KMS, WAF)
• Serverless & event-driven architectures
• API-led integration patterns
• Multi-channel digital platforms

Morson Edge are working with a large retail client on a key programme, and we're are looking for a Senior Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of critical initiatives across digital services. This is a high-impact role where you'll take ownership of solution architecture across multiple projects, with a strong focus on AWS and serverless technologies.