Solution Architect - Healthcare - Hybrid - London
Futureheads is partnering with a highly reputable healthcare organization with over 170 years of history, providing expertise to medical professionals worldwide. They are seeking a Solution Architect to join their established cross-functional team in Central London.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and guide the implementation of robust technical solutions aligned with product goals.
* Ensure solutions conform to architectural standards and approved technologies.
* Act as a bridge between product and engineering teams, translating business requirements into technical specifications.
* Communicate complex technical ideas clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
* Provide guidance on architecture, code quality, and management of technical debt.
* Collaborate with product managers and UX teams to enhance user experience.
* Develop technical roadmaps aligned with organizational strategy.
* Maintain documentation to support knowledge sharing and continuity.
Additionally, you will identify and manage technical risks, contribute to product and organizational strategy, and evaluate emerging technologies for scalability, performance, security, and cost-effectiveness. Working with platform and solution architects, you will ensure architectural decisions support broader technology strategies and leverage cloud capabilities. Participation in architectural reviews will be integral to strategic alignment.
Technical Expertise
* Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
* 8+ years’ experience in software architecture and development, focusing on web technologies and distributed systems.
* Deep understanding of design patterns, microservices, and API architecture.
* Proficiency in serverless architecture and database systems (e.g., RDBMS, NoSQL).
* Strong programming skills across multiple languages and frameworks (e.g., Java, Python, ReactJS, XML, JSON).
* Knowledge of cloud platforms, preferably AWS, and experience with containerization/orchestration technologies.
* Familiarity with search engines and knowledge graph technologies.
* Experience working in agile and DevOps environments.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process or have any requests to support your application, please let us know. We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment. Futureheads is a B Corp-accredited digital recruitment agency based in London, specializing in recruiting digital and tech professionals across various roles.
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