As a Senior Manager - Payments Solution Architect, you will drive the end-to-end design and implementation of advanced payment systems for clients navigating digital transformation. Your expertise will ensure solutions are technically sound, future-ready, and closely aligned with both business objectives and evolving technology landscapes.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and deliver comprehensive, scalable payment architectures that meet client needs for resilience and performance
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical blueprints with strategic goals and architectural standards
- Support business development by contributing technical insight and credibility to proposals and client discussions
- Mentor junior consultants and contribute to capability building within the technology practice
- Engage with cross-functional communities to share knowledge and advance technical excellence
Qualifications and Experience
- Proven track record in solution architecture, ideally within consulting or a high-performing technology environment
- Deep experience in payments across banking, retail, commercial, and wholesale sectors, including domestic and cross-border processing
- Ability to bridge business and technical domains, translating use cases into effective architectural decisions
- Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI, Gen AI, and Distributed Ledger Technology
- Understanding of regulatory factors affecting financial technology organisations
- Prior consulting experience is highly valued
Work Environment
This role operates in a hybrid model, based in London or Edinburgh, with strong support for flexible working arrangements. You’ll have the autonomy to manage your responsibilities in a way that suits your style, backed by coaching and feedback from experienced colleagues.
Development and Rewards
You’ll benefit from a competitive compensation package with performance-based rewards, access to a globally recognised Technology MBA programme, and a flexible benefits scheme covering health, insurance, savings, and lifestyle options. Career growth is supported through continuous learning, skill development, and opportunities to shape the future of financial technology.
