Solution Architect

About Version 1

Version 1 celebrates over 30 years in the technology realm, providing transformative digital solutions that empower global brands. Our partnerships span leading platforms such as Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, and Snowflake to deliver advanced, high-quality services. We've earned recognition as an outstanding workplace in the UK and Ireland, highlighted by awards for being one of the best employers for women and wellbeing. With over 3300 employees and consistent growth, we invest deeply in our people and foster core values embedded across our culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as lead or collaborate with fellow solution architects on significant projects encompassing procurement and software development.
• Engage closely with business analysts and project teams to clarify business and non-functional requirements.
• Create technology solution designs that address business needs, adhere to organizational standards, and align with technology strategies, working across different architecture domains.
• Present designs to architecture governance bodies to seek review and approval.
• Assist enterprise architects in shaping technology application and platform roadmaps.
• Oversee execution of sanctioned solutions by supporting delivery teams and maintaining consistency with approved designs.
• Provide guidance and knowledge to colleagues through proactive collaboration.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to architectural standards and reusable frameworks.
• Manage effective relationships with both business and technology key stakeholders.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Proven track record in designing solutions spanning database, backend, integration layers, and user experience that meet business requirements.
• Strong communication skills with experience engaging senior business and technology leaders.
• Ability to develop clear, precise solution designs that conform to governance standards and strategic alignment.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure services, covering cloud-native, hybrid-cloud, and migrations from on-premises to cloud environments.
• Familiarity with architectural frameworks and modeling tools such as Sparx Enterprise Architect and TOGAF.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft .NET, SQL Server, Dynamics 365, and Angular technologies.
• Experience in supporting digital transformation and technology modernization projects.
• Background working within regulated sectors.

Additional Information

• Salary ranges from €75,000 to €90,000 annually.
• Participation in a quarterly performance-based profit sharing scheme.
• Robust career progression programs with leadership mentoring and quarterly development initiatives.
• Flexible and remote working arrangements promoted to support work-life balance.
• Financial wellbeing benefits including pension scheme with employer matching contributions, private healthcare, life insurance, financial advice, and employee discounts.
• Health and wellness programs such as gym and fitness discounts, biking incentives, mindfulness workshops, and employee assistance.
• A generous leave policy including 24 days of annual holidays plus public holidays, enhanced parental and special leave options.
• Support for educational certifications and accreditations with incentives for AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat certifications.
• Recognition through annual and quarterly awards programs.
• Commitment to environmental, social, and community initiatives promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Equal opportunity employer with a strong culture valuing diverse backgrounds and providing accessible recruitment processes.