Solution Architect - LondonReference Code: -en_GBContract Type: PermanentProfessional Communities: Architecture
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Job Title: Cards Solution Architect
We are seeking a highly experienced Solution Architect with deep domain expertise in Cards and Payments to join our Core Banking Architecture team. This role is pivotal in designing scalable, resilient, and secure technology solutions for complex banking journeys, including loans, savings/current accounts, account switching, and payments.
You will lead architectural design across multiple platforms, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and drive innovation while ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end solution architecture for:
Loans and savings/current account journeys
Account switching and payments
Operational platforms with a focus on scalability, resiliency, and security
Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and project managers to align technical solutions with business goals
Govern architectural standards and produce design artefacts for privacy, records management, and risk
Advise business and product teams on technical delivery and innovation strategies
Evaluate and integrate vendor products, support systems strategy, and automate operational processes
Essential Expertise
Proven experience in Cards and Payments, including card issuance and authorization journeys
Strong understanding of current account and core banking systems
Familiarity with payment schemes, cloud architecture, APIs, DevOps, and security paradigms
Experience with tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, JIRA, Tableau, and Confluence
Excellent stakeholder management and strategic influencing skills
Ability to balance cloud adoption, automation, and compliance in solution design
Purpose of the Role
To drive consistent, innovative, and compliant technology solutions that support both strategic and operational goals across Barclays’ current account and core banking functions.
What You’ll Love About Working Here
A supportive, inclusive culture that values your growth and well-being
Opportunities to work on cutting-edge digital transformation projects
A global network of experts and a collaborative, forward-thinking team
About Capgemini
Capgemini is a global leader in business and technology transformation. With 340,000 team members in over 50 countries, we help organizations accelerate their digital and sustainable transitions. Backed by over 55 years of experience, we deliver end-to-end solutions powered by AI, cloud, and data, and supported by deep industry expertise. In 2023, Capgemini reported global revenues of €22.5 billion.Get the future you want