Technical Architect - London, United Kingdom - N Consulting Ltd

Description

Role: Thought Machine Technical Architect

Location: Edinburgh (Preferred)/London

Is it Onsite/Remote/Hybrid: Onsite/Hybrid

Job Description:

Thought Machine Technical Architect

Responsibilities:

• Architect and design core insurance solutions based on Thought Machine Vault
• Lead the implementation, working closely with engineering teams to translate architectural designs into actionable development plans
• Collaborate with product managers to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and architectural designs
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural principles, best practices, and coding standards
• Conduct architectural reviews, identify potential risks and propose mitigation strategies to ensure the success of Thought Machine Vault implementation
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in core banking systems and software architecture
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance Thought Machine Vault implementations
• Work closely with stakeholders to gather feedback, prioritize features, and drive the roadmap for ThoughtMachine Vault implementations
• Collaborate with QA and DevOps teams to ensure seamless integration, deployment, and testing of ThoughtMachine Vault based solutions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Proven experience (3+ years) as a software architect or technical lead, preferably in the fintech or banking industry
• Deep understanding of core Annuity platform and events
• Proficiency in designing and architecting scalable, distributed systems using modern technologies and architectural patterns
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Kotlin, or Scala
• Experience with cloud-native technologies, preferably AWS or Google Cloud Platform
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a strong attention to detail
• Effective communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Experience working in Agile development environments and familiarity with DevOps practices
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with event sourcing, CQRS (Command Query Responsibility Segregation), and microservices architecture
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines
• Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in technical communities.