Senior Solutions Architect, Financial Services, Banking - Payments - FinTech

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Full-time
 
Location
London
 
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DESCRIPTION
Revolutionize Financial Technology by Bridging Business and Cloud Innovation

Transform the financial services landscape by connecting cutting-edge cloud solutions with strategic business outcomes. As a Solutions Architect, you'll be the critical link between technological potential and real-world customer success in the dynamic world of banking, payments, and financial technology.

Key job responsibilities
Architect Transformative Solutions: Design and recommend cloud architectures that align seamlessly with customer business objectives in the financial services sector
Customer Advocacy: Serve as a trusted technical advisor, translating complex technological capabilities into tangible business value
Innovation Catalyst: Develop and share technical content, reference architectures, and best practices that inspire and educate customers
Technical Evangelism: Represent AWS through workshops, speaking engagements, and thought leadership in financial technology forums
Collaborative Growth: Contribute to team development through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and supporting organizational excellence

A day in the life
Your day will be a dynamic blend of technical exploration and strategic collaboration. You'll engage with financial services customers, unravelling their unique challenges and crafting innovative cloud solutions that drive meaningful business transformation. From designing sophisticated architectures to presenting compelling technical strategies, you'll be at the forefront of technological innovation.

About the team
We are a diverse collective of technology enthusiasts passionate about empowering businesses through cloud innovation. Our team thrives on continuous learning, collaborative problem-solving, and a commitment to customer success. We value individual perspectives and believe that breakthrough solutions emerge from a rich tapestry of backgrounds and experiences.

About AWS

Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture
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Mentorship & Career Growth
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Work/Life Balance
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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Technical experience in designing, implementing, or consulting on application and infrastructure solutions
Demonstrated expertise in architecting or operating cloud-based solutions
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent communication skills across technical and business domains
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Academic background in computer science, engineering, or related technical discipline
Experience in cloud migration and digital transformation strategies
Expertise in developing enterprise-scale software products
Technical sales or consulting experience in financial technology
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders

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