Were Big Bus Tours, the worlds largest independent operator of open-top sightseeing tours.Apply fast, check the full description by scrolling below to find out the full requirements for this role.We inspire the spirit of adventure across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific with a vision to be the number one thing to do in every world-famous city. Our hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tours offer a flexible approach to city discovery with a first-class customer experience. A Big Bus Tour turns tourists into explorers and leaves every passenger with a story to tell.Having started our journey in 1991 with only three buses, today we have a global fleet of over 400, carrying more than 5 million passengers every year. And were not slowing down, we continue to grow within our existing cities and through expansion into new locations across the world.Our Central Support Office, located in Victoria, London, is a driving force behind our business. With a team of specialists, they provide tailored support to our cities worldwide. If you want to get onboard check out the vacancy below.Vacancy: Lead Solution ArchitectHours: 37.5 per weekLocation: London, VictoriaWorking Pattern: 2 days in the office and remainder at home, subject to change in the futureOverall PurposeWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Solution Architect to join our technology team.In this role, you will be responsible for designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing technology solutions that align with business objectives. You will act as the bridge between business requirements and technical implementation, guiding teams through architectural decisions and best practices.Candidates with experience in the travel industry are highly preferred, as this knowledge will be instrumental in understanding the nuances of customer expectations, booking systems, and operational logistics.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with business stakeholders to understand business goals, technical requirements, and user needs.Design and define end-to-end technology solutions across platforms, services, and integrations.Lead architecture design sessions and contribute to the development of technical roadmaps.Provide guidance on modern architecture paradigms including microservices, APIs, event-driven systems, and cloud-native solutions.Evaluate new technologies, frameworks, and tools to ensure the optimal solution is chosen for each project.Work closely with delivery partners and product managers to ensure that architectural standards and best practices are followed throughout the delivery process.Create architecture documentation, including solution designs, diagrams, and interface specifications.Ensure that security, scalability, performance, and compliance are integral to every design.RequirementsMinimum of 5 years of professional experience in a solution architecture or senior technical role.Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale global solutions.Proficiency in cloud platforms and cloud-native services.Strong understanding of software development methodologies and frameworksFamiliarity with RESTful APIs, integration strategies, data modelling, and system interoperability.We are proud to offer all our colleagues a competitive benefits package ( pro-rata for part time), which includes:25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, Increasing to 30 with L.O.SEmployee Assistance ProgrammePerformance Bonus SchemeBUPA Cash PlanEnhanced Maternity & Paternity PayAviva DigiCare+ (Remote GP & 2 Medical Opinion)Death in ServiceCycle to WorkComplimentary Big Bus TicketsMerlin Attractions Discounts5% Employer Pension ContributionSick Pay SchemeSeason Ticket LoansEmployee Referral SchemeNext StepsTo apply for this role please click Apply, there is no lengthy application form and cover letters are optional. Once submitted, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager(s). Due to the volume of applicants our vacancies regularly receive, please allow 2 weeks from the closing date to hear back regarding your application although our team will endeavour to contact every applicant as soon as practicable.
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Lead Solution Architect