Are you an experienced Application Architect passionate about designing robust, scalable solutions on modern cloud platforms? We have an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the technical future of a critical financial services platform.
Role: Application Architect
Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 40% in the office)
About the Role:
As an Application Architect, you will be responsible for defining and overseeing the technical architecture for a key Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) platform. You will design scalable and secure solutions on AWS, ensuring seamless integration with Salesforce via APIs.
This is a hands-on architectural role where you will work collaboratively with lead developers, diving deep into the existing codebase to design and guide the implementation of new features within the current system's framework. You will be the key link between engineering, security, and product teams, ensuring the architecture aligns perfectly with business goals and stringent regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and own the technical architecture for a large-scale platform.
* Architect and implement scalable solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
* Design and govern API integrations, with a strong focus on Salesforce connectivity.
* Collaborate closely with development teams in a hands-on capacity, understanding low-level code to inform architectural decisions.
* Champion DevSecOps principles and ensure the efficiency and security of CI/CD pipelines.
* Ensure all solutions meet business needs and comply with regulatory standards.
What We're Looking For (Key Skills & Attributes):
* Proven experience as an Application Architect with a strong background in software development.
* Expertise in designing and building solutions on
AWS
.
* Strong familiarity with
Salesforce data models
and
API integration
.
* Hands-on experience with
DevSecOps
practices and managing
CI/CD pipelines
.
* The ability to work effectively at both a high-level architectural and detailed, code-level perspective.
* Excellent collaboration skills to partner with engineering, security, and product teams.
Ideal Qualifications/Certifications:
* AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
(or higher) is highly desirable.
* Salesforce Platform Developer or Architect certifications
are a significant advantage.
Apply Now
If you are a technically deep architect who enjoys working in a collaborative, hybrid environment and you meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply with your latest CV or share your profile for a confidential conversation.
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