Senior Solutions Architect - Data in London

Senior Solutions Architect - Data in London

London Full-Time On-site
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Location: London; UKWork type: HybridSeniority: Senior ManagementPrimary skill: Solution ArchitecturePosted: 2026-10-30We're looking for experienced Senior Solution Architects to join our Architecture and Technology Consulting Practice in London, UK in a hybrid working mode. In this role, you will sit at the vital intersection of client engagements, modern cloud environments, and legacy modernisation, where sound technical decisions shape the future of enterprise systems. You'll bring a strong engineering background, sound architectural judgement, and the ability to work closely with senior stakeholders and multi-disciplinary delivery teams. We value clear practical decision-making, hands-on technical credibility, and end-to-end ownership through implementation. You will decide how architectural choices balance rapid innovation with long-term feasibility, security, and operational resilience. Experience across industries is welcome, and the impact of your leadership will be felt in the strength and adaptability of every solution delivered. ResponsibilitiesTranslate business goals into robust solution designs and achievable delivery plans across client engagementsOwn architectural decisions from discovery and high-level design through implementation, testing and go-liveEvaluate options and clearly articulate technical trade-offs around cost, complexity, security, performance and maintainabilityWork hands-on with engineering teams to validate designs through prototypes, Proofs of Concept (POCs) and core implementationGuide cloud adoption, integration patterns and the modernisation of existing or legacy systemsCommunicate effectively with technical development teams as well as senior business and executive stakeholdersProvide technical governance, conduct design reviews, resolve complex technical challenges and mentor colleaguesSupport pre-sales activities, client workshops and contribute to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and architecture proposalsEnsure solutions balance rapid innovation with long-term technical feasibility, operational resilience and maintainabilityRepresent technical best practices and help foster a strong architecture culture within the UK practiceRequirementsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experienceProven solution architecture experience in a senior or lead capacity, backed by a strong software engineering foundation ideally gained in a consulting company environmentDemonstrated track record of successfully delivering complex, enterprise-grade systems into productionPractical, hands-on knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP), modern APIs, integration patterns and Data/AI architectureAbility to define, address and audit non-functional requirements such as security, resilience, scalability and operational performanceConfidence making critical technical decisions and guiding stakeholders through ambiguity with incomplete informationStrong pre-sales acumen, including experience with client presentations, RFPs and building architectural proposalsStrong communication, collaboration, stakeholder management and problem-solving skillsExperience leading, guiding or mentoring distributed engineering and architecture teams to improve delivery performanceWe offerEPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Protection benefits including life assurance, income protection and critical illness cover Private medical insurance and dental care Employee Assistance Program Competitive group pension plan Cyclescheme, Techscheme and season ticket loans Various perks such as free Wednesday lunch in-office, on-site massages and regular social eventsLearning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, and coursesIf otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus program If otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program*All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements

Senior Solutions Architect - Data in London employer: EPAM Systems

Join a dynamic and innovative team in London where your expertise as a Delivery Director will be valued and nurtured. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work culture that fosters continuous improvement and professional growth, offering you the chance to work alongside award-winning teams in the Retail/Consumer Products industry. With a focus on client satisfaction and strategic project delivery, you'll find meaningful and rewarding employment in an environment that champions creativity and technical excellence.

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EPAM Systems Recruitment Team