Lead Solution Architect (SAM / BEEDS)

Lead the architecture behind major technology modernisation programmes at the Bank of England. The Bank of England, in partnership with Inspire People, is recruiting experienced Lead Solution Architects to design and deliver complex, cloud-based solutions across its regulatory data services.

Hybrid working from London or Leeds, salary up to £90,360 plus an 8% cash benefits allowance, 10-25% discretionary annual bonus and a non contributory pension. 21-month FTC with a view to becoming permanent. About the role The Bank of England plays a vital role in maintaining the UK's monetary and financial stability.

As part of its ongoing technology modernisation, the Bank is investing in platforms that improve how regulatory data is collected, processed, integrated and used across the organisation. These programmes include modernising the collection of regulatory submissions from banks and insurers, alongside developing internal data and analytics capabilities that enable supervisory teams to access, analyse and make better use of information.

As a Lead Solution Architect, you will take ownership of solutions from initial requirements and options analysis through to high-level design, architectural governance and delivery. You'll work across cloud technologies, APIs, data integration and analytics platforms, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure and aligned with the Bank's wider technology strategy.

This is a senior architecture role requiring strong technical fundamentals, sound judgement and the ability to confidently present and defend architectural decisions. As a Lead Solution Architect,

you will

Lead end-to-end solution architecture, from requirements gathering and technical options analysis through to design, governance and delivery. Develop technology strategies, roadmaps and architectural artefacts, including HLDs, blueprints, solution options and target-state designs.

Design scalable, secure cloud-based solutions incorporating APIs, integrations, data pipelines and analytics platforms. Lead solutions through architectural governance and Design Authority, presenting designs, addressing challenges and securing approvals.

Work closely with business stakeholders, engineers, security teams, Data Architects and suppliers to ensure solutions meet business and technical requirements. Evaluate technology options, assess trade-offs and provide recommendations that support the Bank's strategic objectives.

Support design assurance throughout delivery, ensuring solutions remain aligned with approved architecture and standards. Essential skills for the Lead Solution Architect include: Strong end-to-end Solution Architecture experience, including requirements analysis, technical options assessment, solution design and delivery Experience developing architectural artefacts, including HLD...

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