Solution Architect

Seeking a hands-on Solution Architect to modernise banking & payments systems.

Technology agnostic!

Long-term transformation programme, with a major uplift over the next

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Initial 6-month contract with multiple 6-month extensions expected

Flexible / hybrid working

Work on critical banking systems with a leading financial institution

Hands-on architecture role, deeply involved with engineering teams

Opportunity to shape modern API and domain-driven architectures

The Story

As part of a large-scale transformation programme, we are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to join a high-performing team delivering modern, scalable banking solutions.

This is not a high-level advisory role—our architects are hands-on, working closely with engineering teams to define, build, and evolve core banking and payment platforms.

Over the next

Company Profile

A leading bank with a strong commitment to innovation, security, and customer-centric solutions.

This organisation is undergoing a multi-year transformation, investing heavily in technology to create a seamless, future-proof banking experience.

You'll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking team, where your expertise will shape critical financial services infrastructure.

Your Role

As a Solution Architect, you'll be responsible for designing and evolving key banking systems, ensuring seamless integration between legacy and modern platforms.

You'll work hands-on with engineering teams to implement domain-driven design principles, develop API-first solutions, and support a major migration effort.

Your role will cover these main focus areas :

Deep knowledge of credit and debit card platforms, schemes, and transactions.

Experience integrating with payments systems (money in / money out).

End-to-end lifecycle management, including creation, updates, and maintenance.

Supporting a full migration effort from legacy systems to modern architectures.

Technical Environment

Technology agnostic background

API-driven architecture and integration-led solutions

Domain-driven design principles

Frontend as a façade layer, with evolving backend architecture

Deep involvement in engineering practices and solution delivery

Benefits

Competitive contract rates

Flexible / hybrid working opportunity

Work on a critical banking transformation with long-term potential

Engage with modern architecture methodologies in a hands-on environment

Collaborate with top-tier engineers and architects

Your Fit

Seasoned Solution Architect with a background in software development

Progressed from engineering or tech lead roles into architecture

Banking and financial services experience is essential

Strong hands-on architecture skills—comfortable with both design and engineering execution

Ability to align technical solutions with business and domain strategies

If you're ready to drive meaningful change in banking technology, apply now!

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