Application Architect
18 days ago
Leeds
Job Title: Application Architect Location: Hybrid - Leeds-based (2 days on site) Salary: up to c.£75,000 per annum, plus benefits Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Application Architect, or a Solution Architect with a strong applications background to play a pivotal role in shaping enterprise-level solutions for a forward-thinking organisation. You'll design and implement scalable, secure, and modern application architectures that directly support business goals. This is a permanent role offering the chance to influence strategy, guide development teams, and work with the latest technologies in a supportive and innovative environment. Application Architect Responsibilities * Design, develop, and maintain high-level architecture for new and existing applications. * Define architecture standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure scalability, maintainability, and performance. * Collaborate with stakeholders, business analysts, and development teams to translate requirements into robust technical solutions. * Lead architecture reviews, offering guidance and mentoring to technical teams. * Evaluate, recommend, and implement tools, frameworks, and technologies that align with business needs. * Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and security policies. * Document architecture designs, workflows, and technical specifications. * Troubleshoot and resolve complex architectural challenges. * Support modernisation, migration, and integration initiatives across the application landscape. Application Architect Requirements * Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. * 5+ years of software development experience, with at least 2 years in an architectural or leadership role. * Strong understanding of architectural patterns (eg, microservices, layered, serverless). * Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript/TypeScript. * Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (in particular Azure) * Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Desirable: * Experience in enterprise application integration (EAI). * Knowledge of data modelling and application security best practices. * Certifications such as TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect. What's in it for me? • Competitive salary., • Hybrid working with flexibility and occasional travel fully expensed., • Comprehensive benefits package, • Professional development opportunities with access to training and certifications.