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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Solution Architect - **Company:** bp - **Location:** London, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Application Integration Architecture, Data Architecture, IT Management, Network Planning and Design, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Requirements Analysis, Data Streaming, Working Model 2D, Togaf, Data Management - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=463f6cb1e1e801e0 ## About the Role * Experience in architecture roles (solution, domain or enterprise architect) * Understanding of trading, supply chain or operational environments * Experience with AWS, integration patterns and data architecture * Experience defining architecture roadmaps * Strong collaborator and communication skills * Ability to operate in complex, fast-changing environments * Familiarity with TOGAF or similar frameworks * Experience working with global teams Desirable Criteria * Experience in oil trading, refining or supply chain * Exposure to optimisation or analytics environments * Experience with data platforms * Exposure to AI, ML or GenAI, Agility core practices, Business modelling, Creativity and Innovation, Data Analysis, Data design, Digital Analytics, Emerging technology monitoring, Information Assurance, Integration, IT Management, IT strategy and planning, Network Design, Requirements definition and management, Risk Management, Service operations and resiliency, Solution Architecture, Systems Development Management, Technical specialism, User Experience Analysis ## Description Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing and producing energy in the regions where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to become a net zero company by 2050 or sooner. We are looking for a Lead Solution Architect to drive architecture in Refining & Products Trading (RPT), covering trading, supply, optimisation and operations capabilities. This role shapes the technology direction underpinning critical trading and supply chain processes, influencing platforms used daily across front office, middle office and operations. You will ensure solutions are scalable, resilient and aligned to business strategy, while reducing complexity and enabling faster delivery. This role is suited to individuals who enjoy solving complex problems, working across teams and setting clear architectural direction. * Hybrid working model * Global collaboration * Up to 10% travel In This Role You Will * Define and evolve the architecture vision and roadmap in and across RPT domains * Lead key design decisions and ensure aligned architecture across products and squads * Provide direction on AWS cloud architecture and modern deployment approaches * Shape integration architecture across API-led and event-driven patterns * Guide teams on data architecture, models and data flows * Find opportunities for analytics, AI, ML or GenAI * Partner with senior stakeholders to translate business needs into architecture direction * Ensure architecture standards and guardrails are applied consistently * Support delivery teams and manage technical risks * Drive alignment across front, middle office and operations * Contribute to governance forums and design authorities ## Related Videos - [Python-Based Data Streaming Pipelines Within Minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1233-python-based-data-streaming-pipelines-within-minutes) - [Your Manager Doesn’t Come with a User Manual (But You Can Totally Write One)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1495-your-manager-doesn-t-come-with-a-user-manual-but-you-can-totally-write-one) - [Why make use of an integration platform in today's software developments and infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/758-why-make-use-of-an-integration-platform-in-today-s-software-developments-and-infrastructure) - [Why and when should we consider Stream Processing frameworks in our solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1085-why-and-when-should-we-consider-stream-processing-frameworks-in-our-solutions) - [Engineering/Manager Pendulum: Generating compound interest on your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100348-engineering-manager-pendulum-generating-compound-interest-on-your-career) - [Data Science, ML & AI in the Oil and Gas Industry at NDT Global - Dr. Katja Träumner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1308-data-science-ml-ai-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-ndt-global-dr-katja-traumner) ## Related Articles - [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) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)