Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Exciting Opportunity: Temporary Solution Architect in Banking! Are you an experienced technologist looking to make a significant impact in the banking industry? We have an exhilarating temporary position for a Solution Architect with our client, a leader in Global Payment Solutions. This is a chance to join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative projects across diverse domains including Corporate Payments, Accounting Services, Liquidity Management, Receivables, Trade & Supply Chain Finance, and Commercial Card. Role: Solution Architect Duration: 6 Months (extension Options) Location: Chester (Hybrid 3 days in Office) Rate: £750 per day (umbrella) What You'll Do: As a Solution Architect, you will: Define an architectural vision and solution architecture that aligns with business and enterprise strategies. Describe the solution intent, determining systems/subsystems and their interfaces while defining non-functional requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders and vendors to ensure solutions are fit for purpose and evaluate the impact of strategic design decisions. Lead the rapid shaping of high-level architecture while maintaining flexibility and modularity. Utilize best practices and templates to create comprehensive architectural designs. Work closely with Product Managers to prioritize technology-focused backlog items. Clarify architecture for development teams and provide solution options for any challenges. Conduct design reviews to ensure all non-functional requirements are met, focusing on aspects such as security, performance, and scalability. What We're Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should have: Must Have - Domain knowledge in Corporate Payments and familiarity with related areas such as Accounting Services and Liquidity Management. Proficiency in API Design, microservices, and integration platforms. Experience with Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). A strong foundation in both Waterfall and Agile SDLC methodologies. Excellent coordination and communication skills to engage with business partners effectively. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities that drive innovation. A self-starter attitude, thriving in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Desired Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent work experience. TOGAF 9 Certification and Cloud Solutions Architect Certification (AWS, Azure, GCP) are highly desirable. Why Join Us? This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to engage with a global team across the US, EMEA, and APAC, tackling exciting and challenging projects. Be part of a culture that promotes continuous improvement and innovation! If you're ready to take on this thrilling challenge and make a difference in the banking sector, we want to hear from you! Apply now to seize this unique opportunity and elevate your career as a Solution Architect with our client. Your next adventure awaits! Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer