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# Solutions Architect

- **Company:** Shape IT Recruitment
- **Location:** UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Microsoft Azure, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Service-Oriented Architecture, Openapi, Information Technology, Graphql, Api Design, Restful APIs, Microservices
- **Published:** July 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://shapeitrecruitment.co.uk/it-jobs/solutions-architect/

## About the Role

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
 * 8+ years of experience in solutions architecture or a related role.
 * Expertise in service-oriented and microservices/micro-frontends architectures.
 * Strong experience in API design and management (RESTful, GraphQL, OpenAPI).
 * Proven track record in designing systems for scale and resiliency.
 * Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred).
 * Proficiency in engineering best practices, including CI/CD and DevOps.
 * Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Why Join Them? Be a key player in shaping our technology strategy and driving innovation. If you're ready to lead our architectural vision and work in a collaborative environment, apply today!

## Description

Are you a highly skilled Solutions Architect with a passion for designing scalable and resilient software architectures? I'm looking for an expert to define my client's technical solutions strategy and drive their technology roadmap., * Develop and implement a technical solutions strategy aligned with company goals.

 * Design and implement architectures that ensure scalability, resiliency, and security.
 * Lead the development of service-oriented architectures and best-in-class APIs.
 * Drive proof of concept projects to validate design concepts.
 * Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance our technical capabilities.
 * Provide leadership and mentorship to the engineering team.
 * Conduct regular reviews of systems to ensure compliance with business and technical requirements.


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