Senior Solution Architect

3 weeks ago

West Midlands, United Kingdom Aubay UK Full time

Role Summary


Aubay is seeking an experienced Senior Solution Architect to drive architectural initiatives within the Financial Services space. You will support project delivery by defining functional scoping and devising Information System (IS) level architecture solutions that emphasise consistency, adaptability, and sustainability. You will ensure compliance with the architecture governance framework and processes and provide expertise across a variety of technical and business projects. This role requires the successful candidate to be onsite in three days a week; this is a non-negotiable requirement.


Required Skills and Experience

  • Over 5 years of experience in an IT Architecture role, ideally within Financial Services or highly regulated environments.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively gather requirements and present solutions.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and take architectural responsibility across different initiatives.
  • Experience in architecting and developing .NET applications, with a good understanding of the relevant technologies.
  • Expertise in working with Microsoft .NET applications, SQL Server, Kubernetes, Postgres, and NoSQL databases.
  • Knowledge of enterprise architecture methodologies such as TOGAF and ITIL.
  • Experience working with both commercial off-the-shelf and bespoke solutions.
  • Highly methodical, organised, and results-driven with great attention to detail.
  • Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders at all levels, ensuring effective communication and decision-making.


Desirable Skills

  • TOGAF Practitioner certification or equivalent certification in enterprise architecture.
  • ITIL certification or equivalent knowledge of IT service management frameworks.
  • Experience with architecture tools such as Orbus iServer and MS Visio.
  • Proficiency in Domain Driven Design, Modelling (Relationships, topologies, Sequence Diagrams, UML, ArchiMate).
  • Familiarity with Automation, testing, and development pipelines in an Agile and DevOps environment.
  • Practical knowledge of Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD methodologies.


Key Role Responsibilities

  • Develop and evolve IS (Information System) architecture based on established architectural principles, ensuring consistency with company frameworks and strategic objectives.
  • Design .NET and data solutions in collaboration with security and infrastructure stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business requirements and the overall IT strategy.
  • Collaborate with project teams to define the functional scope and technical requirements of projects.
  • Work closely with stakeholders to define and deliver technical roadmaps for IT solutions that support business strategy and objectives.
  • Support project managers in creating project build plans and providing cost estimation for technical delivery.
  • Assess and evaluate technology solutions, creating application and technology roadmaps that align with organisational goals.
  • Support the development and implementation of the Enterprise Architecture capability, ensuring best practices and governance are followed.
  • Engage with global teams to manage projects through the appropriate governance processes, ensuring compliance with necessary architectural standards.
  • Prepare and assist with architecture briefs, ensuring consistency with the established governance and strategic framework.
  • Participate in Research and Design phases to evaluate and propose emerging technologies that complement business strategy and IT roadmaps.


About Aubay UK – Ahead of Innovation

Aubay UK is a recognised InSourcing Partner for client-side deployment delivered across London. Our team, based in Canary Wharf, specialises in hiring IT professionals within London’s Energy and FinTech sectors, helping our clients to expand their operations with top-tier talent who are experts in their fields. We work exclusively with clients who are globally recognized as Energy Super Majors/Financial Services and innovative FinTech players.


Aubay UK is the most recently started branch of Aubay Group . Aubay Group is an international Digital Services Company, listed on a Euronext Stock Exchange, who have been operating for 25 years in the European market and working alongside some of the biggest names in the Banking, Finance, Insurance, Energy, IT/Digital, Manufacturing, Transport and Telecoms sectors. With over 7,800 employees across 7 countries and 16 offices in England, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Italy, Spain, and Portugal, Aubay Group generated revenues of €534 million in 2023.


What Aubay UK Offers

At Aubay UK, people are at the heart of our business. We offer a competitive remuneration package which includes a range of benefits. You will receive continuous support from our dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialists, who will support your career development and success during your assignment with our client. Other benefits include:

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Work-from-home opportunities

Access to Udemy training platform and conferences

Discount on winter sports holidays at

Opportunity to work directly for the client at the end of the assignment

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