Lead Solution Architect - Data

We’re Big Bus Tours, the world’s largest independent operator of open-top sightseeing tours. Our hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tours offer a flexible approach to city discovery with a first-class customer experience. A Big Bus Tour turns tourists into explorers and leaves every passenger with a story to tell. Having started our journey in 1991 with only three buses, today we have a global fleet of over 400, carrying more than 5 million passengers every year. Our Central Support Office, located in Victoria, London, is a driving force behind our business. With a team of specialists, they provide tailored support to our cities worldwide. Lead Solution Architect Working Pattern : 2 days in the office and remainder at home, subject to change in the future We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Solution Architect to join our technology team. You will act as the bridge between business requirements and technical implementation, guiding teams through architectural decisions and best practices. Candidates with experience in the travel industry are highly preferred, as this knowledge will be instrumental in understanding the nuances of customer expectations, booking systems, and operational logistics. Lead architecture design sessions and contribute to the development of technical roadmaps. Evaluate new technologies, frameworks, and tools to ensure the optimal solution is chosen for each project. Ensure that security, scalability, performance, and compliance are integral to every design. Strong understanding of software development methodologies and frameworks Familiarity with RESTful APIs, integration strategies, data modelling, and system interoperability. We are proud to offer all our colleagues a competitive benefits package ( pro-rata for part time), which includes: ~25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, Increasing to 30 with L.O.Employee Assistance Programme ~ Performance Bonus Scheme ~ Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay ~ Aviva DigiCare+ (Remote GP & 2 Medical Opinion) ~ Cycle to Work ~ Complimentary Big Bus Tickets ~ Merlin Attractions Discounts ~5% Employer Pension Contribution ~ Sick Pay Scheme ~ Season Ticket Loans ~ Employee Referral Scheme