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Solutions Architect – Payments (12-Month Contract)

We’re looking for an experienced Solutions Architect to join a major transformation programme focused on modernising payments systems. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract offering the chance to shape the architecture of a cloud-native, SaaS-based platform handling multiple UK payment types.

What you’ll be doing:

• Define and deliver end-to-end payments architecture across inbound and outbound flows.
• Work closely with Product Owners, Analysts, and Development teams to ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and resilient.
• Influence the technical roadmap for UK payment rails, including CHAPS, Bacs, Faster Payments, Direct Debits, and credit cards.
• Apply your expertise to modern cloud-native solutions, ensuring integration across multiple applications and data sources.

Essential skills & experience:

• Proven experience as a Solutions Architect with a focus on UK payments.
• Hands‑on knowledge of CHAPS, Bacs, Faster Payments, Direct Debits, and credit cards.
• Experience delivering solutions in large‑scale transformation or modernisation programmes.
• Strong technical understanding of architecture frameworks, scalable design patterns, and cloud platforms (ideally Azure).
• TOGAF certification or equivalent architectural framework experience.
• Familiarity with payment regulations such as PSD2 / PSD3.
• Experience with SaaS or cloud‑native platforms.

Why this role is exciting:

• Be part of a major transformation programme with significant technical scope.
• Shape the next‑generation payments ecosystem from the ground up.
• Join a collaborative, proactive, and friendly team culture with flexible working arrangements (hybrid).
• Competitive salary with pro‑rated bonus and benefits.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting; Retail; Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry