Junior IT Architect (Fintech)

TL;DR

Junior IT Architect (Fintech): Supporting the design, documentation, and improvement of IT systems and infrastructure for a global commercial payments platform with an accent on scalability and system integration. Focus on developing architecture diagrams, reviewing existing systems for improvements, and aligning solutions with security and performance needs.

Location: Onsite in London, Swindon, or Walsall, UK

Company

hirify.global is a global technology organization leading the future of commercial payments through innovative specialized payment solutions.

What you will do

• Assist in the design and documentation of IT architecture, including applications and infrastructure.
• Support the creation of architecture diagrams, standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to define system requirements.
• Review existing systems to identify optimization and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure architectural solutions align with security, scalability, and performance requirements.
• Research emerging technologies and industry trends to inform technical decisions.

Requirements

• 0-2 years of professional experience in IT.
• Basic understanding of the interaction between applications, databases, and infrastructure.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly.
• Must be based in or able to work from London, Swindon, or Walsall offices.

Nice to have

• Awareness of cloud computing concepts such as hosting and scalability.
• Understanding of system integration and APIs.
• Interest in security and data protection principles.
• Familiarity with architectural frameworks like TOGAF.

Culture & Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Private Medical Insurance through Vitality.
• Access to discounts and supermarket savings via the Gratitudes platform.
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning for ongoing professional development.