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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Solutions Architect - **Company:** Workiva - **Location:** UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Private Networks, Data Analysis, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Data Architecture, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Data Import/Export, Gsuite, Restful APIs - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/solutions-architect-workiva-10169123 ## About the Role * Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field; an advanced degree may be considered in lieu of professional experience * 4 years of experience in service delivery, finance, accounting, audit, or a related field, * Experience with enterprise risk, financial planning or analytics & reporting solutions and their related technology platforms * Hands-on experience within the Workiva platform, other SaaS and cloud technologies, or data architectures preferred * Consultant level at a services company or public accounting preferred * Self-motivated with strong propensity for action, results and continuous improvement * Ability to influence and drive change in business processes * A strong individual contributor with intellectual curiosity to positively impact the ability to manage multiple services * Enhanced technology knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and Google Workspace applications * Familiarity with any of the following: SQL, JSON, REST, or Python is a plus * Demonstrated ability to curate and maintain customer-first relationships Travel Requirements and Working Conditions * Willingness to travel up to 25% for team and corporate meetings, fostering relationships and representing company interests * Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely, as we embrace flexible work arrangements, * An experienced professional with full understanding of area of specialization * Fully qualified with practical experience of applying industry practices and solutions to creatively solve a variety of issues * Typically requires a minimum of 4 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 2 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD without experience ## Description * Lead the strategic delivery of contracted services to customers and partners * Conduct comprehensive discovery sessions to understand business needs and requirements * Architect solution designs tailored to seamlessly integrate within the Workiva Platform, resulting in the fulfillment of impactful outcomes * Forge direct and positive interactions with clients and partners, executing standardized solutions that align with their distinctive requirements * Foster continuous professional growth through dedicated training, ensuring a sustained mastery of financial, risk, and operational reporting on the Workiva Platform * Assume a leadership role, exemplifying best practices, and mentor peers and Associates, thereby facilitating seamless onboarding and contributing positively to our continuous development endeavors, A Solution Architect sets up and installs technical systems, applications or process designs for client's purchased or outsourced technology and business process solutions. Works directly with client to manage initial access, map and transfer data, create process documentation and train or coordinate training for client users. Tests and troubleshoots functionality of installed systems; identifies and documents technical issues to be escalated to product and system integration teams for resolution. Provides feedback based on client experiences to product and professional services teams for product and process improvements. May work directly with clients on-site or provide installation support remotely. Incumbents who are both designing and implementing technical systems, applications, and process designs to meet client business specifications should be matched to Systems Integration Consulting(PS.PSSI). Incumbents who are responsible for providing complete professional service support for a client or clients, including the identification and development of solutions, design of systems, applications and processes, and delivery to clients, should be matched to Professional Services Consulting (PS.PSPS). Incumbents who are coordinating all aspects of a product or service offering project for a client, from inception to installation should be matched to Project Management (Client Services) (PS.PMPM). Scope * Contributes to team or matrixed team through the adaptation of techniques and approaches to support projects Problem Solving * Works on moderately ambiguous problems where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors * Solves issues and situations that are composed of various factors; requires an inquisitive mind-set to identify underlying problems * Applies solutions to independently address assignments of a diverse scope Discretion and Impact * Moderately impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within multiple teams * Demonstrates good judgment in selecting working methods that obtain scalable solutions Collaboration and Interaction * Regularly interacts with high-level individual contributors and managers in related department; in technical track may begin to liaise with directors and senior directors at this level * Begins building internal network and interactions with senior internal resources Autonomy * Based on general objectives, receives minimal instruction on day-to-day work and general guidance on new assignments; operates independently in prioritizing work * May provide technical direction and guidance to peers ## Related Videos - ["Workation - the (new) freedom to work"](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1086-workation-the-new-freedom-to-work) - [Rest API Antipatterns](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100208-rest-api-antipatterns) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Beyond the 9–5: Designing Work Around Humans](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1321-beyond-the-9-5-designing-work-around-humans) - [REST In Peace: Why LLMs Can't CRUD](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100272-rest-in-peace-why-llms-can-t-crud) - [Introducing JSON Structure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100219-introducing-json-structure) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Mastering Remote Work: Tips for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/558-mastering-remote-work-tips-for-developers) - [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) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)