Solution Architect - Engine by Starling

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Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks around the world who aim to build rapid growth businesses using our technology.Engine is Starling''s SaaS business, built to power Starling Bank, which became a separate entity two years ago.Starling Bank''s success is largely due to our modern, ground-up technology. Our SaaS platform now enables banks globally to leverage innovative digital features and efficient back-office processes, contributing to Starling''s achievements.We combine banking expertise with top-tier technology to become the preferred partner for banks and consultancies worldwide.As a company, we expect everyone to contribute to delivering excellent outcomes. We are engineering-led and seek someone excited about how Engine’s technology can transform banking markets globally.Hybrid WorkingWe support a hybrid work model, preferring employees to be within commuting distance of our offices for in-person collaboration. Some travel, including international, may be required depending on client needs.
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Women in Tech .About the roleAs a Solution Architect, you will understand Engine’s architecture, explain our product, identify client needs, and support solution design. You will engage in sales, delivery, and client success, collaborating with multiple teams. The role involves travel across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and possibly internationally, including secondments or relocation opportunities.What you''ll do:You will become an Engine expert, communicate its capabilities to diverse audiences, act as a trusted advisor during implementation, and collaborate on feature development. You will shape product roadmaps, support sales with demos, and lead technical discussions with clients. Your role includes designing solutions with clients and partners, understanding local banking regulations, and documenting technical scopes to guide delivery. You will also ensure ongoing client success through technical guidance and troubleshooting, working closely with engineering and client success teams.Must HaveExperience in software engineering and solution architecture throughout the delivery lifecycleExperience with APIs, OpenAPI, and sequence diagramsClient-facing experience and stakeholder relationship skillsStrong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiencesNice to HaveExperience in banking, payments, or related fieldsKnowledge of cloud infrastructure and large-scale cloud appsExperience with digital transformation and integration projectsAbility to quickly understand client problems and present technical solutionsExperience with AWS, GCP, Microservices, Java, and PostgreSQLAbout youCollaborative and self-motivatedFocused on delivery and client successEffective communicator across roles and backgroundsComfortable traveling nationally and internationallyInterview processOur interviews are conversational, allowing mutual exploration. Expect a -25-minute initial chat, followed by a technical interview with presentation, and a final interview. We offer 33 days holiday, extra days for birthdays, and various benefits including private healthcare, pension, insurance, and discounts. We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants regardless of ..... full job details .....