We are looking for a highly experienced Solution Architect to design and oversee scalable, secure, and banking-grade systems across our fintech and AI platforms.
You will be responsible for translating business requirements into end-to-end technical architecture, ensuring compliance (FCA-grade), performance, and scalability.
Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design
- Design end-to-end system architecture (frontend, backend, APIs, infrastructure)
- Define architecture for:
- Wallet Engine
- Payment Services
- Remittance Systems
- Compliance & KYC flows
- Vendor integrations (BaaS, FX providers)
- Create high-level and low-level design documents (HLD/LLD)
Integration & Systems
- Architect integrations with:
- Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) providers
- Payment gateways (Stripe-like systems)
- KYC/AML providers (Onfido, Sumsub, etc.)
- Design API gateway, service mesh, and microservices architecture
Infrastructure & DevOps
- Design cloud architecture (AWS / DigitalOcean / Hybrid)
- Define:
- VPC, subnets, load balancing
- CI/CD pipelines
- Containerization (Docker / Kubernetes)
- Ensure high availability, failover, and disaster recovery
Security & Compliance
- Implement:
- FCA-grade compliance architecture
- GDPR & data protection standards
- Secure data flow & encryption
- Define:
- Authentication (OAuth2, JWT)
- Role-based access (RBAC)
- Audit logging systems
Governance & Collaboration
- Work closely with:
- Project Managers
- Compliance Officers
- Engineering Teams
- Review code and enforce architecture standards
- Guide teams using Jira workflows and DevSecOps practices
Required Skills Core
- 7+ years in software architecture / system design
- Strong experience in fintech or banking systems
- Expertise in:
- Microservices architecture
- API-first design
- Distributed systems
Technical Stack
- Backend: Node.js / PHP / Java / Python
- Frontend: React / Angular (understanding level)
- Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis
- Cloud: AWS / Azure / DigitalOcean
- DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD
Fintech Knowledge
- Payments & remittance flows
- EMI / BaaS architecture
- KYC / AML / transaction monitoring
- FX and settlement systems
Preferred
- Experience building neo-banks or payment platforms
- Knowledge of FCA regulations
- Experience with multi-currency systems
- Exposure to AI-driven architecture (AI agents / automation)
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to work in the UK time zone from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM?
Experience:
- Sofftware Architectur: 7 years (Required)
Location:
Work Location: In person