Job Description
Job Title: Solutions Architect
Location: Watford (preferred) or Horsham
Salary: £55,000–£60,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time (3-month probation)
Hybrid: After probation (3 days onsite, 2 days WFH, non-consecutive)
We’re looking for a Solutions Architect to work with stakeholders across the business, understanding challenges and proposing technology solutions that support strategic objectives. You’ll evaluate options, define requirements, guide implementations, and support smooth transitions into service operation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Engage stakeholders to understand business needs and identify technology opportunities.
* Work with Business Analysts, product owners, and ICT teams to shape requirements and design aligned solutions.
* Research emerging technologies and maintain awareness of relevant roadmaps.
* Support the creation of solution design standards, policies, and technical roadmaps.
* Maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external suppliers.
Skills & Experience:
* Administration and optimisation of Azure SQL, Data Factory, Analysis Services, Power BI, Azure/Entra, Power Platform, Logic Apps, and SharePoint Online.
* Strong communication, documentation, stakeholder management, and workshop facilitation skills.
* Excellent time management, organisation, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
* Proactive mindset with strong IT security awareness.
* Able to work both autonomously and collaboratively; flexible and adaptable.