Solutions Architect

Rail Delivery Group

. Define, deliver and support solutions for RDG’s delivery programmes, products and services .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £59,032 - £80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software procurement, design, and development, with a strong focus on cloud platforms and data services. Proficient in ensuring solution architecture aligns with business requirements and complies with Government Digital Service standards.

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Cloud Platform ExperienceSoftware DevelopmentData IntegrationAPI ManagementIdentity and Access Management

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Hard Skills

Software ProcurementFront-End DevelopmentBack-End DevelopmentComplex Systems IntegrationData ServicesAWS RedshiftTableauAPI GatewayKafkaActiveMQ

Tools & Technologies

Amazon Web ServicesAWS API GatewayMicrosoft Entra ID

Industry Keywords

Government Digital Service StandardsSolution ArchitectureShared Technology Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Amazon RedshiftAWSCloudKafkaTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, deliver and support solutions for RDG’s delivery programmes, products and services
Ensure solution architecture meets business requirements
Leverage RDG’s cloud platform and shared technology services
Align solutions with RDG Architecture Principles and Policies
Comply with agreed Government Digital Service (GDS) standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in software procurement, design, development and integration, including front-end and/or back-end development
Experience with complex systems/data integration involving several internal/external applications and shared technology platforms
Experience with cloud platforms and data services, including Amazon Web Service, AWS Redshift, and Tableau
Experience with platform and infrastructure services
Experience with API gateway and management, such as AWS API Gateway
Experience with message queues and brokers, such as Kafka and ActiveMQ
Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM), such as Microsoft Entra ID

Benefits

Comp & perks

75% discount on rail travel (for work and leisure), plus international rail discounts
30 Days annual leave (plus buy/sell options and additional leave for key life events)
Two Personal Development Days are granted to employees annually
Interest-free Season Ticket Loan for commuting costs
Enhanced family leave – 30 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and shared parental leave
Pension scheme – up to 8.64% employer contribution
Subsidised Private Medical Insurance (Vitality PPP) and Health Cash Plan (Healthshield)
Access to our flexible benefits portal - a central hub for accessing retail discounts, shopping, dining, travel, and entertainment perks
Flexible working arrangements available