> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/103547-solution-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/103547-solution-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Solution Architect

- **Company:** The Benefact Group
- **Location:** Gloucester, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Event Driven Architecture, Microservices
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/solution-architect/benefact-group-plc-t-a-ecclesiastical-insurance-group-plc-job107336702

## About the Role

Experience in solution architecture Experience of working within a regulated environment/financial services (ideally insurance industry) Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure (preferred), AWS, Google Cloud), microservices and event-driven architecture Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

What makes you stand out
Experience in design and implementing complex technical solution in insurance Proficiency in architecture frameworks and methodologies Experience in setting up an architecture function

## Description

Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday Duration: Permanent Location: Gloucester Job Ref: 205039 About the role Benefact Group are looking for a Solution Architect to join our Gloucester office. The architecture team is continuing to grow at Benefact Group and is seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect to join us. You will be responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of comprehensive solutions that align with our business goals and technology strategy, working with a variety of business and technical stakeholders. Why join us? Join a collaborative and inclusive culture that's committed to making a difference and building a more sustainable future. Ranked amongst the UK's 15 Best Big Companies to Work For in 2025, we offer fantastic career and development opportunities within a rapidly growing, innovative Group - where all profits go to charity and good causes. What you'll be doing
Creating technology roadmaps and reference models at a business domain level Providing architectural guidance and support to technology procurement Producing platform and solution designs and supporting these through delivery Contributing to architectural governance, standards and patterns Supporting the architecture function through collaboration with other architects


## Related Videos

- [Building Well-Architected applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/691-building-well-architected-applications)
- [The Cloud is Calling: Answer with In-Demand Skills](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/945-the-cloud-is-calling-answer-with-in-demand-skills)
- [Microservices: how to get started with Spring Boot and Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/242-microservices-how-to-get-started-with-spring-boot-and-kubernetes)
- [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure)
- [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice)
- [Cloud Run- the rise of serverless and containerization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/106-cloud-run-the-rise-of-serverless-and-containerization)

## Related Articles

- [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers)
- [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. Developers Decide What Actually Gets Deployed.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/693-events-like-rsac-get-you-cisos-developers-decide-what-actually-gets-deployed)
- [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023)
- [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)
- [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)
- [Why Event-Driven Architecture Isn’t About Speed (and When You Actually Need It)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/745-why-event-driven-architecture-isn-t-about-speed-and-when-you-actually-need-it)