Solution Architect
- Location: Hybrid - from any of our UK offices
- Term: Contract
- Salary: Competitive
Job Description
Waracle is a world-class digital technology consultancy and home to a diverse, smart, curious and ambitious community of specialists in technology-driven transformation.
We work with ambitious clients to help them solve their biggest business and customer challenges. We help our clients to innovate and create intelligent digital products and services. We thrive on complex challenges and deliver business-critical IT transformation projects, moving seamlessly from strategy, design and delivery to operations.
Waracle is looking for a Solution Architect to join us on a contract (Outside IR35) basis. This is a hybrid role working from any of our offices in the UK (Dundee, Glasgow, Edinburgh or London).
We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud technologies, specifically Azure, and a deep understanding of modern web and mobile application architecture. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable and secure solutions that meet our clients’ needs.
As a Solution Architect your duties will include:
- Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable solutions on the Azure platform, focusing on financial applications.
- Collaborate with product owners, developers, and stakeholders to define and refine project requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Utilise Azure Functions and related Azure services to build efficient cloud-based applications, ensuring high performance and reliability.
- Design and implement REST APIs and Backend-For-Frontend (BFF) architectures that support seamless interaction between client applications and backend services.
- Integrate authentication mechanisms, including .NET Identity Server, to ensure secure access to applications and APIs.
- Work with front-end teams to ensure that web and mobile applications (using React Native) are designed and implemented according to best practices and project specifications.
- Produce and maintain comprehensive architectural documentation to guide development and ensure adherence to architectural standards.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers and architects, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Requirements
- Experience in solution architecture or a similar role, with a focus on digital solutions for the finance sector.
- Proficiency in designing REST APIs and implementing Backend-For-Frontend (BFF) architectures.
- Familiarity with authentication protocols and .NET Identity Server.
- Experience in developing web and mobile applications using React Native.
- Knowledge of best practices in software development and architecture, particularly in financial applications.
Recruitment Process
The recruitment process you can expect for this role is an initial call with your dedicated Talent Acquisition Partner who will chat with you about Waracle, what you are looking for in a new position, the salary for the role, notice period and benefits (the important stuff!). After that, you’ll be invited to a two-stage interview process where you have an opportunity to find out more about the role and showcase your skills and experience. Your Talent Acquisition Partner will guide you through the whole process to your first day with us.
Benefits for Our People
Working for Waracle means you are part of an energetic and diverse community of technologists who care deeply about making a difference. We offer a wide range of benefits that support your wellbeing, health, personal and professional development goals. Our benefits package is reviewed regularly to ensure the best experience for everyone.
Frequently-Asked Questions
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.
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