Principal Solutions Architect

Principal Solution Architect

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Solution Architect with deep expertise in IT Architecture, AWS Cloud Technologies, and data platform implementation. The ideal candidate will have strong networking knowledge and hands-on experience designing and developing scalable data platforms. This role requires leadership skills, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to drive the development of a new global data platform

Key Responsibilities

Architectural Design in cloud based environments:

• Develop and implement robust IT architecture strategies for cloud and hybrid environments, leveraging AWS best practices.
• Design scalable, secure, and high-availability solutions tailored to business needs.
• Architect and optimize data platforms to enable efficient data collection, storage, and processing.
• Implement and manage cloud-native services, including compute, storage, databases (SQL & NoSQL), and serverless architectures.
• Ensure cost-efficient and optimized cloud usage.

Networking Focus:

• Design and implement secure networking solutions using AWS networking services such as VPCs, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, VPN, Route 53, and CloudFront.
• Configure and troubleshoot complex networking scenarios, including hybrid cloud setups.
• Manage network performance and security standards, including SLAs, bandwidth, latency, and IPSec VPN configurations.

Data Platform Implementation:

• Lead the design and development of a new global data platform (PaaS)Ensure scalable storage solutions (data lakes, data warehouses) to handle structured and unstructured data.
• Implement ETL/ELT pipelines using Dagster, Airflow, or similar tools
• Optimize performance and scalability for large data volumes.
• Govern data security, compliance, and access controls.

Development & DevOps:

• Strong programming and scripting skills in Python.
• Knowledge of Event-Driven Architectures (Kafka).
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, and Ansible.Implement and manage monitoring and observability tools such as Datadog.
• Ensure real-time logging, alerting, and troubleshooting capabilities.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:

• Work closely with business units, developers, and IT teams to understand requirements and translate them into actionable solutions.
• Serve as a technical advisor for IT infrastructure, networking, and data platform strategies.
• Act as a point of contact for integration with other teams.

Security & Compliance:

• Implement security best practices, including IAM, data encryption, and secure API design.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

Leadership & Soft Skills:

• Lead technical teams and collaborate across different software project areas.
• Provide training and mentorship to more junior team members and stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder interaction and documentation.

Key Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field7+ years of experience in IT Architecture, with at least 5 years specializing in AWS Cloud Technologies.
• Experience in building and managing data platforms with expertise in data storage, processing , and governance.
• Proven experience with networking technologies, including configuring VPNs, managing DNS, and optimizing net work performance.AWS certifications, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Professional) or AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, are highly desirable.Proficiency in networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, DNS) and security principles.Expertise in infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex systems and design efficient solutions.

Technical Skills:

• AWS Certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional) is a plus.
• AWS Cloud Services: EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, etc.
• Networking Tools: AWS Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, Route 53, and other relevant tools.
• Security Best Practices: IAM, MFA, data encryption, firewall configurations. Programming/Scripting: Python, Terraform, or similar languages.Event-Driven Architectures: Kafka.Monitoring and Logging: Datadog, ELK Stack, Prometheus, etc.Experience in agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Location:
• Hybrid. Office located in London. (Hayes area).
• Office presence required: Yes.
• Frequency: 2-3 times a week at the office.

Some of the benefits you'll enjoy working with us:

• The chance to join an organization with triple-digit growth that is changing the paradigm on how software products are built.
• The opportunity to form part of an amazing, multicultural community of tech experts.
• A highly competitive compensation package.
• Medical insurance.

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