Solution Architect
Join to apply for the Solution Architect role at The AA. The AA is the nation’s leading motoring organisation, offering a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. As a transformative organisation operating at scale, we deliver exceptional customer experiences while driving technology‑led change.
As a Solution Architect within our IT Architecture function, you will bridge business challenges with technology solutions. You’ll design and deliver robust, scalable, and secure architectures that align with enterprise standards and strategic objectives. This is a highly collaborative role, requiring engagement with stakeholders across business and IT to ensure solutions meet current needs and support future growth.
Responsibilities
* Lead the design of end‑to‑end solutions across application, data, integration, and infrastructure domains.
* Align technology solutions with business strategy and objectives, influencing architectural direction.
* Ensure compliance with enterprise architecture standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements.
* Promote best practices in solution architecture and contribute to reusable frameworks and reference architectures.
* Provide technical leadership throughout the solution lifecycle, from concept to delivery.
* Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption strategies.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in large‑scale, multi‑product organisations undergoing transformation, ideally in sectors such as telecoms, utilities, automotive, or insurance.
* Broad technology expertise across on‑premises and cloud platforms, including migrations, upgrades, and Microsoft Dynamics solutions.
* Skilled in architectural modelling tools (e.g., Orbus, Abacus, Mega) with a strong ability to design scalable, secure solutions.
* Natural problem‑solver who is resourceful and able to manage complexity in fast‑paced environments.
* Excellent communicator and influencer, comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels to drive alignment and collaboration.
* Strategic thinker with integrity, adaptability, and the ability to prioritise effectively while working under broad direction.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme.
* Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution.
* Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends.
* Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance.
* Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more.
* Company‑funded life assurance.
* Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career.
* Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family.
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.
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