Solutions Architect

OverviewJOB TITLE:

Solution Architect

SALARY:

£70,929 - £78,810

LOCATION:

Bristol

HOURS:

Full-time

WORKING PATTERN:

Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at our

Bristol

office

About this opportunityPersonalised Experiences and Communications (PEC)

is part of Consumer Relationships, supporting the Group''s strategic goals by enhancing customer relationships across retail and commercial banking. PEC delivers personalised communications and experiences across all channels, using data, analytics, and technology to differentiate branded experiences and support paper-free sustainability.

This role is for a

Solution Architect

within PEC. You\''ll lead technical approaches, translate business needs into solutions, and collaborate with product and engineering teams to build and improve software. You\''ll ensure quality and engineering procedures align with transformation goals.

The ideal candidate will bring broad technical expertise, a passion for engineering excellence, and a curious, adaptable mindset—demonstrating positive influence and strong values.

Why Lloyds Banking GroupWe\''re on an exciting journey and there couldn\''t be a better time to join us. The investments we\''re making in our people, data, and technology are leading to innovative projects, fresh possibilities, and countless new ways for our people to work, learn, and thrive.

What you\''ll need

Deep understanding of building and/or running enterprise grade Data/ AI platforms. This includes data-centric architecture principles like data Lakehouse, streaming architectures, data governance, Open Table Formats and AI-driven platforms.

Proficient in data engineering, data and analytics with a strong track record of successful projects and in-depth knowledge of industry guidelines.

Design and implement effective data solutions and models to meet business requirements and realise the Data Strategy.

Expertise in cloud-native, multi-tenant SaaS architecture, using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and designing for cost efficiency

Experience in developing data product strategies, with a strong inclination towards a product-led approach in data solution architecture

Experience with hybrid cloud and multi cloud implementations

Experience with large scale data warehouse migrations to the cloud

Strong experience of solution design, security and resilience patterns

Strong knowledge of microservices, containerisation, cloud native and event-driven design concepts

Strong understanding of API standards, security and gateway patterns

Strong understanding of data technologies - SQL/NoSQL, Big Data

Experience in Data Modelling, along with good understanding of various modelling methodologies such as 3NF, Dimensional, and Data Vault, Data Warehousing/Analytic end-to-end architecture

Working knowledge of two or more common Cloud ecosystems (AWS, GCP, Azure) with expertise in at least one preferably GCP

Comfortable writing code in either Python/Java / Scala/Pyspark/ Terraform

Ability to lead technical teams and facilitating discussions regarding technical / architectural trade-offs, standard processes and risk mitigation.

And any experience of these would be really useful

Experience in regulated domains preferably Banking and Finance industry

Experience working with customer decisioning and recommendation engines

Experience working with marketing and digital campaign data

Exposure to open-source technologies and frameworks

Experience in agile / iterative design working practices

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Come from an engineering background.

About working for usOur ambition is to be the leading UK business for diversity, equity and inclusion supporting our customers, colleagues and communities and we\''re committed to creating an environment in which everyone can thrive, learn and develop.

We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative.

We offer reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location and working patterns. And, as a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role with a disability, long-term health or neurodivergent condition through the Disability Confident Scheme.

We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers. Just let us know what you need.

We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:

A generous pension contribution of up to 15%

An annual bonus award, subject to Group performance

Share schemes including free shares

Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping

30 days\'' holiday, with bank holidays on top

A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies

Want to do amazing work, that\''s interesting and makes a difference to millions of people?

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