Senior Solution Architect (AI)

TL;DR

Senior Solution Architect (AI): Designing and integrating advanced AI-driven software solutions within cloud ecosystems (GCP and Microsoft Azure) with an accent on scalable architecture, DevOps practices, and enterprise alignment. Focus on leading complex technology change, coaching teams, and promoting modern software engineering methodologies.

Location: Hybrid in Bristol, United Kingdom

Salary: £90,440 - £106,400

Company

hirify.global is a major UK financial services corporation focused on customer experience, analytics, and AI-driven innovation.

What you will do

• Lead design and development of robust software solutions across GCP and Microsoft Azure aligned with enterprise strategy.
• Provide thought leadership and act as a trusted advisor within and outside the organization.
• Manage complex constraints and maintain technology change blueprints.
• Promote adoption of DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud computing practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product alignment with business goals.
• Deliver architecture decisions and champion agile development including continuous integration and test automation.

Requirements

• Location: Must be able to work hybrid with at least 40% presence in Bristol office.
• 5+ years experience in software engineering design or solution architecture in complex environments.
• Proficiency in Node.js, React, Next.js, Python, API development, automation, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform).
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (preferably GCP), containerization (Kubernetes, Docker), and networking.
• Strong knowledge of Git, agile methodologies, continuous integration, and test automation.
• Experience in cybersecurity practices to ensure resilient applications.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive and diverse work environment with focus on belonging and accessibility.
• Generous pension contribution up to 15% and annual performance-related bonus.
• Share schemes including free shares and lifestyle-adaptable benefits.
• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and generous parental leave policies.
• Wellbeing initiatives and support for employees with disabilities or health conditions.