Company: US3 Consulting About Company: US3 Consulting is a leading European IT recruitment agency dedicated to connecting top tech talent with innovative companies across the continent. With decades of experience and a fresh approach, we specialize in rapid, cost-effective candidate sourcing across all tech industry sectors. Our expert consultants are committed to building strong, productive relationships, ensuring the perfect fit between candidates and employers. Job Title: Application Architect Total Experience Required: 10 Information Technology/Computers/Software Relevant Experience Required: 2 years in application architecture and system design, 5 years in C#, .NET, REST APIs Work Location: Manchester, UK Must be currently based in Manchester, UK, or Willing to relocate to Manchester, UK from anywhere within Europe or UK Candidates outside Europe/UK unfortunately cannot be considered Job Type: Permanent / Fulltime with the client Visa/Work Authorization Status: Candidates must hold a valid work permit or visa to work in the UK Workplace Type: Hybrid (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday at office) Languages Required: English About Client: Client is a leading international energy company committed to securing Europes energy supply while driving the transition to a low-carbon future. With operations spanning the entire energy value chain—from trading and sales to transport and storage—client offers dynamic career opportunities at the forefront of the energy sector. We’re seeking a highly experienced Application Architect for a fulltime role supporting a leading enterprise’s digital transformation initiatives. Based in Manchester, this hybrid position requires 3 days onsite weekly. You’ll play a key role in shaping modern, scalable application solutions aligned with long-term business goals. Key Responsibilities Define and implement scalable, secure, and maintainable architecture standards Design application solutions in partnership with development and business teams Establish best practices for microservices, integration, and API management Guide cloud migration and application modernization initiatives Ensure architectural compliance with security and regulatory standards Top 5 Essential Skills Enterprise application architecture and system design Expertise in C#, .NET, REST APIs Experience with Azure or other cloud platforms Microservices design and integration strategy Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities Top 5 Optional Skills Degree in Computer Science or related field Familiarity with event-driven and cloud-native architectures Certifications in architecture or cloud technologies Experience with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines Knowledge of data governance and compliance frameworks Interested? Apply Now! Send your resume to: sowmya@us3consulting.nl Not a fit for you? Share this with someone in your network who might be interested! Connect: linkedin.com/in/sowmyakotamarthy Visit our homepage: https://www.us3consulting.co.uk Follow us on LinkedIn for more exciting opportunities: https://www.linkedin.com/company/us3-consulting ApplicationArchitecture Microservices Azure DotNet CloudSolutions HybridWork EnterpriseIT SystemDesign ManchesterTech ContractRole