Solutions Architect
We are seeking a Solutions Architect to be embedded with our customer, a leading aviation operator, where you will work closely with their teams and stakeholders to design and deliver cloud, data and AI solutions tailored to their business needs. You will bridge the gap between customer requirements and technical implementation, leveraging your expertise in AWS and emerging technologies to architect scalable, secure solutions that drive value across their aviation operations.
Please note: this role operates on a hybrid model, with 3 days per week in our customer's West London office.
Key responsibilities & duties include:
Partner with the customer's business and technical teams to understand their strategic objectives and translate them into comprehensive solution architectures
Design and propose cloud and AI-driven solutions on AWS that address the customer's aviation software challenges and operational requirements
Lead the technical planning and scoping of implementation projects, ensuring alignment with customer timelines, budgets and business outcomes
Serve as the primary technical liaison between the customer's stakeholders and delivery teams, communicating complex architectural decisions and trade-offs in accessible terms
Drive the adoption of emerging technologies and AI capabilities within the customer's environment, identifying and advocating for innovative approaches that create competitive advantage
Provide cyber security guidance throughout the solution lifecycle, ensuring the customer's infrastructure and data remain protected against evolving threats
Oversee solution quality and ensure all deliverables meet the customer's technical standards, compliance requirements and performance expectations
Required Experience:
AWS Certified (Associate level or above)
Proven experience architecting cloud solutions in complex, regulated environments such as aviation or similar high-assurance sectors
Strong understanding of cyber security principles and the ability to incorporate security best practices into solution design
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences
An AI-adaptive mindset with enthusiasm for emerging technologies and a track record of evaluating and integrating new capabilities
Desirable skills:
Experience working directly with airlines or aviation operators
Familiarity with data platforms and analytics solutions in the aviation sector
Background in data architecture or AI/ML solution design
Knowledge of aviation-specific compliance frameworks and regulatory requirements