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# SOLUTION ARCHITECT

- **Company:** Affinity Reply
- **Location:** UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Data Architecture, DevOps, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, IT Architecture, Togaf, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Enterprise Integration, Microservices
- **Published:** June 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/38305070/

## About the Role

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or similar, or equivalent IT delivery experience
1-3 years' experience in IT delivery, engineering, or architecture-adjacent roles, or 3-5+ years in solution, technical, or domain architecture roles
Experience working in regulated industries, ideally financial services, or comparable sectors (e.g. healthcare, defence, utilities, government)
Strong understanding of solution architecture principles, including conceptual, logical, and physical layers, components, interfaces, and non-functional requirements
Cloud expertise across AWS, Azure, or GCP, supported by associate/intermediate certification or higher
Working knowledge of the software development lifecycle and Agile delivery methodologies
Strong communication skills, with the ability to produce clear documentation, diagrams, and engage effectively with stakeholders
Analytical and structured thinker, with the ability to break down complex problems and drive clarity
Proactive, self-directed learner with a growth mindset and ability to act on feedback; eligible for UK SC clearance

For established architects

Experience leading end-to-end solution architecture, understanding regulatory constraints, and designing secure, scalable systems across integration, APIs, microservices, and cloud
Experience with architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF), influencing senior stakeholders, acting as design authority, mentoring others, and contributing to bids and pre-sales
The following are advantageous: DevOps/IaC experience, modelling tools, data architecture exposure, familiarity with AI architecture patterns, advanced cloud certifications, regulatory frameworks, and consulting or client-facing experience

## Description

Design and own solution and technical architectures, producing high-level designs, solution options, impact assessments, and readiness reviews
Contribute to architecture across enterprise integration, APIs, microservices, and cloud platforms, owning end-to-end delivery or key components depending on experience
Bridge business and IT by working with stakeholders to ensure solutions deliver measurable business value
Support the full delivery lifecycle, from design and option assessment through to implementation and oversight
Design and deliver next-generation solutions leveraging generative AI and agentic AI architectures
Contribute to the development of reusable assets, accelerators, methodologies, and propositions to strengthen capability
Provide architectural input into bids, proposals, and strategic client engagements
Mentor and support colleagues, helping develop architecture capability and raise standards across the practice
Apply architecture frameworks, templates, and governance consistently across all engagements
Invest in continuous professional development, seeking feedback, gaining certifications, and enhancing architecture expertise


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