Overview
Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Our expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly changing Digital-First world we live in. We foster strong partnerships with leading technology giants including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.
We’re an award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the heart of Version 1 and what we do.
Responsibilities
* As a Solution Architect, you will play a leading role in this capability and driving strategy. You will receive a dedicated career plan to challenge you and help you achieve your career goals while shaping your career.
* Collaborate with clients to assess current infrastructure, application portfolios, and pain points to define strategic modernization plans.
* Collaborate with development teams to ensure designs are implemented with best practices in coding, security, and performance.
* Guide and participate in proof-of-concept (PoC) development to help clients visualize the future state of their applications.
* Facilitate workshops, technical sessions, and presentations to build consensus and ensure alignment on architectural decisions.
Qualifications
* 5+ years of experience as a Solution Architect or Technical Architect
* Hands-on Java development / Tech Lead experience
* Strong knowledge of architectural patterns and best practices
* Experience in application modernization
* Strong technical and communication skills
* Confident working with senior stakeholders
Technical Expertise
* Expert skills across Application, Integration, Data, and Security architecture; ability to unify these views into an organized IT architecture
* Experience architecting business applications/services for large-scale on-premise and cloud/hybrid environments
* Ability to provide advice and support to stakeholders in designing future ICT platforms and services
* Familiarity with architecture tools, frameworks, methodologies, and producing high-quality architecture documentation
* Experience producing design documentation for both waterfall and agile delivery
* Knowledge of SOA and microservices patterns and practical applications
* Understanding of IT governance processes and architectural governance across projects
* Ability to oversee implementation of solution architecture based on business requirements and ICT strategy
* Understanding of APIs, microservices, interoperability, federation and federated identity providers
* Experience with multiple platforms/technologies (e.g., VMware, RedHat OpenShift, databases, application and web UI technologies) and CI/CD pipelines
* Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with ability to engage stakeholders and define technical decisions
* English communication skills (oral and written)
* Ability to work with clients to define modernization plans and ensure designs are implemented with security and performance in mind
Benefits & Why Version 1
* Quarterly performance-related profit sharing
* Career progression and mentorship programs
* Flexible/remote working arrangements
* Financial wellbeing: pension, private healthcare, life assurance, financial advice, employee discounts
* Employee wellbeing: gym discounts, bike to work, mindfulness, EAP, extensive leave policies
* Educational support including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat certifications
* Recognition programs and awards
* ESG and diversity initiatives
* More benefits available; contact us to learn more
Ekta Bahl - Talent Acquisition Capability Partner
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* IT Services and IT Consulting
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