About this role
Salary: £75,000 - 85,000 per year
Requirements: Experience in solutions architecture with a clear focus on e-commerce platforms or API/middleware ecosystems.Expert-level knowledge of Node.js, Java (Spring Boot), and PostgreSQL.Ability to read and critique vendor code, not just high-level diagrams.Deep proficiency in API management patterns, webhook integrations, and event-driven architecture using Kafka or Azure Event Hubs.Demonstrable experience migrating legacy monolithic systems into containerised microservices architectures.Proficiency in Visio or LucidChart for architectural modelling.Disciplined use of Confluence for documentation practices. Responsibilities: Develop high-quality High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) for DTS, EPOS, and other strategic workstreams.Conduct structured audits of vendor-submitted code and architecture.Enforce the Stable-by-Design framework so external deliverables meet internal quality, security, and scalability thresholds.Orchestrate complex data mapping between legacy IBM iSeries (DB2/RPG) systems and modern API middleware.Lead deep-dive investigations into recurring platform failures, error surges, latency anomalies, and data inconsistencies.Deliver long-term structural remediation rather than tactical patches.Maintain high-quality architecture documentation in Confluence, ensuring designs are versioned, accessible, and transferable to operational teams. Technologies: APIArchitectAzureConfluenceIBMJavaKafkaPostgreSQLSecuritySpringSpring BootmicroservicesNodeJSCloud More:
We are a well-established and diversified multinational organisation based in Wembley, London. We are offering a Solutions Architect role with a salary of up to £85,000 per annum and a 5-day on-site working arrangement. We are looking for a hands-on technical leader who can drive innovative technology solutions and work across strategic architecture, vendor governance, data integration, and technical remediation.
last updated 29 week of 2026