Solutions Architect

Key ResponsibilitiesDesign end-to-end technology solutions covering applications, integrations, infrastructure, security, and data Produce high-level and detailed architecture designs, diagrams, interface specifications, and solution documentation Ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, secure, and aligned with enterprise standards Evaluate technology options and recommend appropriate architecture approaches Support modernisation and migration of legacy platforms into containerised microservices architectures Collaborate with business leaders, Product Owners, delivery teams, and engineers to shape solution direction Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and solution assurance activities Guide engineering teams on implementation best practices, design patterns, and architecture standards Support Agile delivery and DevOps adoption across engineering programmes Required Skills & Experience6+ years' experience in Solution Architecture within enterprise environments Strong understanding of legacy technologies and platforms including mainframes Experience modernising legacy applications into cloud-native/containerised microservices solutions Strong knowledge of Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and Data Mesh principles Hands-on experience across technologies such as: .NET MVC Java Angular React REST APIs Event-driven architecture Strong experience with API and microservices security implementation Experience with cloud hosting concepts and modern cloud architectures Hands-on experience implementing DevOps and CI/CD pipelines Understanding of secure interoperability standards, architecture patterns, and engineering governance Soft Skills & Domain ExperienceExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking capability Experience working within Agile delivery environments Knowledge of pensions/annuities or UK workplace pensions highly desirable If this is relevant to your experience, please send me your CV and we'll be in touch.

Solution Architect £500/day (Inside IR35) | 12-Month Contract Manchester (3 days onsite) Our client is seeking experienced Solution Architects to support large-scale digital transformation and modernisation initiatives within a complex enterprise environment. This role is focused on designing scalable, secure, and high-performing end-to-end technology solutions across legacy and cloud-native platforms. You'll work closely with business stakeholders, engineering teams, and delivery leadership to shape architecture strategy and guide implementation across modern application ecosystems.