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Solutions Architect
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£54,900
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 2133 (94% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £54,900, and Rail Delivery Group is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Salary Range: £59,032 - £80,000 per annum
The Solution Architect will play an integral role in defining, delivering and supporting solutions for RDG’s delivery programmes, products and services. They will be responsible for ensuring that the solution architecture meets the business requirements, leverages RDG’s cloud platform and shared technology services, aligns with RDG Architecture Principles and Policies and comply with any agreed Government Digital Service (GDS) standards.
Requirements
We are looking for someone who has experience in some of the following:
- Software procurement, design, development and integration, e.g. front and/or back-end development and complex systems/data integration involving several internal/external applications, shared technology platforms etc.
- Cloud platforms and data services, e.g. Amazon Web Service, AWS Redshift, Tableau
- Platform and infrastructure services, e.g.
- API gateway and management, e.g. AWS API Gateway
- Message queue and broker, e.g. Kafka, ActiveMQ
- Identity and Access Management (IAM), e.g. Microsoft Entra ID
Why Work for RDG?
We Offer a Highly Competitive Package, Including
- 75% discount on rail travel (for work and leisure), plus international rail discounts
- 30 Days annual leave (plus buy/sell options and additional leave for key life events)
- Two Personal Development Days are granted to employees annually
- Interest-free Season Ticket Loan for commuting costs
- Enhanced family leave – 30 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and shared parental leave
- Pension scheme – up to 8.64% employer contribution
- Subsidised Private Medical Insurance (Vitality PPP) and Health Cash Plan (Healthshield)
- Access to our flexible benefits portal - a central hub for accessing retail discounts, shopping, dining, travel, and entertainment perks
- Flexible working arrangements available
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Where this offer sits in the market
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Rail Delivery Group holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2133 going rate of £54,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.