Principal Solutions Architect

Overview

The Solutions Architect will design and deliver robust, scalable, and secure technology solutions aligned with business objectives. This role ensures architectural integrity across projects, balancing innovation with compliance and operational efficiency. The role also involves defining end-to-end architecture for enterprise platforms, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure requirements are met, and providing technology leadership by evaluating new trends and upholding compliance and operational standards.

Your role

• Solution Design & Architecture
• Define end-to-end solution architecture for enterprise-scale digital platforms.
• Develop high-level and detailed architecture diagrams covering application, data, and integration layers.
• Ensure all solutions adhere to software engineering standards and industry best practices.
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Work closely with business analysts, product owners, and technical teams to translate requirements into architectural blueprints.
• Present architecture decisions to senior stakeholders for approval.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences clearly and concisely.
• Technology Leadership
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption strategies.
• Ensure adherence to enterprise standards, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead technical reviews to ensure high-quality design and adherence to architecture principles.
• Delivery Oversight
• Provide guidance and mentorship to development teams throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with design principles.
• Conduct architecture reviews and impact analysis for change requests.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of solutions.
• Governance & Documentation
• Establish and enforce architecture standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Maintain solution architecture documents as a single source of truth for design assurance and future maintenance.
• Implement governance processes to ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements.

About you

• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud), microservices, and API management.
• Expertise in software architecture patterns, cloud-native solutions, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman) and cloud landing zone design principles.
• Extensive experience with software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps, CI/CD) and full SDLC.
• Minimum 15 years in software development, with a proven track record in delivering enterprise-scale solutions.
• Architecture Experience: At least 8–10 years specifically in solution design or architecture roles, demonstrating expertise in defining and implementing complex systems.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills for complex technical challenges.
• Leadership and ability to influence technology strategy at an organizational level.
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments and multiple projects.
• Strong collaboration skills for cross-functional and global teams.
• Strategic influence to drive consensus among executive stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Experience in engineering, construction, or infrastructure domains.
• Familiarity with Agile Frameworks, DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Certifications: TOGAF, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.