Solutions Architect

We're hiring a Solutions Architect to join our team at Places for People ???? This isn't just another architecture role. Just as strong foundations and smart design create safe, lasting homes, we need digital solutions that are scalable, secure, and built around the people who use them. Our mission is to reduce homelessness and provide homes for those in need. To achieve that, we need systems and services designed with empathy, evidence, and humanity at the core.  If you want your expertise to directly shape better lives and stronger communities, we'd love to hear from you. At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.  More about the team  The Architecture team are a key component of the IT function. This is an exciting time to join a growing business function.   More about your role   Reporting to the Head of Technology Architecture, the Solutions Architect is a key role in the Architecture team.  You will play a key role in defining the way in which we solve business challenges by leveraging technology solutions. You will review the existing state taking into account context and business drivers.  In addition to identifying and appraising alternative technology approaches you will engage with the wider business to ensure optimal solutions are designed, developed and delivered through projects, products and systems.  More about you    Working with the programme and IT architecture team you will translate business and technical requirements into architectural blueprints in order to achieve business objectives.  You will work closely with the transformation office and PM teams to ensure that plans are executed in line with the project and product lifecycle.  At Places for People, we are committed to a safe working environment so a basic DBS check is mandatory. Experience & Skills   Experience as a Solutions Architect,   Exposure to platforms such as AWS, GCP, Azure and Salesforce,  Technical Expertise in Solution Architecture , Cloud Platforms , Integration Patterns , Code/Software Awareness , Infrastructure Design  & Security Architecture . Analytical and Design Skills covering Problem-Solving , System Design  & Requirement Analysis & Gathering Non-functional and functional . Business Acumen for things such as Stakeholder Management . Development, Leadership and Collaboration skills required to include effective Communication Skills  and Negotiation Skills . Soft Skills such as Critical Thinking  , Time Management , Documentation/Presentation skills & Verbal communication . Integration experience (API and files), A thorough understanding of security architecture  Has worked with an Architecture framework such as TOGAF   Benefits   We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.    We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:   Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly  Training and development Pension Holidays entitlement 35 days including public holidays. Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.   What's next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and accessible recruitment process for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best. If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.   If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls Safeguarding At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.  We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.  By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities