Integration and Cloud Solution Architect

THE NEXT CHAPTER STARTS WITH YOUIntegration and Cloud Solution ArchitectShape the integration and cloud architecture powering the next chapter of VanquisWeve invested heavily in modernising our technology landscape and strengthening our cloud foundations. The next opportunity is to create scalable secure integration patterns that simplify our estate and accelerate a Lead Integration and Cloud Solution Architect youll lead the design of major cross-domain solutions define reusable integration and cloud patterns and guide teams towards secure resilient and scalable outcomes. Youll make a visible impact influence architecture strategy and help shape what comes More to the StoryThis role is just one part of a much bigger transformation. Explore our Technology & Change careers page to meet the teams discover our technology journey and see how you can help share whats Technology & Change at Vanquis: Job Board Dayforce JobsHow youll make an impact: Youll So thatLead the design of major cross-domain end-to-end solutionsBusiness and technology change is supported by scalable designs that meet present and future needsShape high-level architecture with architects product owners technical leads and business analystsRequirements are translated into clear consistent and deliverable solution designsDefine and promote reusable API integration and cloud patternsDuplication is reduced and teams can deliver secure resilient solutions more efficientlyEnsure designs meet functional non-functional regulatory and security requirementsSolutions align with architecture strategy governance and industry best practiceIdentify and escalate proposed deviations from target architectureArchitecture risks are visible governed and resolved through the right forumsCoach mentor and share knowledge across architecture and engineering teamsCapability grows and standards are applied consistently across the technology estateWhy this role matters:Technology & Change is a strategic priority for Vanquis. This role sits at the heart of our transformation creating a sustainable integration architecture enabling cloud change and reducing complexity across the technology estate. Your work will support faster delivery stronger compliance and better customer and colleague work closely with enterprise and domain architects product owners technical leads business analysts engineering teams platform specialists and operational teams seeing how your work contributes to meaningful Architecture approach:We believe inWhat that meansReusable by designWe create shared patterns and APIs that reduce duplication and accelerate deliverySecure and compliantSecurity resilience and regulatory requirements are built into every designCollaborative ownershipArchitecture engineering product and operations work together from discovery through supportGoverned with purposeStandards guide decisions and deviations are made visible through the right forumsContinuous learningWe coach mentor and share knowledge to strengthen architecture and engineering capabilityTechnology stack:Cloud Platforms Engineering & AutomationMuleSoft Anypoint PlatformAPI-led connectivity and reusable integration patternsMicrosoft Azure and AWSHybrid-cloud and multi-cloud architectureREST SOAP and GraphQLOAuth2 OpenID Connect JWT and Mutual TLSEvent-driven architectureMonitoring observability and operational support modelsContainers and Kubernetes conceptsCI/CD pipelines and DevOps practicesEssential experience Significant experience as a Solution Architect Integration Architect or Cloud Architect in enterprise-scale environments. A proven track record of delivering large-scale integration and complex end-to-end business and technology solutions. Deep expertise in MuleSoft Anypoint Platform API-led connectivity REST SOAP GraphQL and event-driven architecture. Strong Microsoft Azure and AWS architecture experience across hybrid-cloud and multi-cloud environments. Strong knowledge of API security cloud networking identity resilience observability CI/CD and DevOps practices. Confident stakeholder management influencing communication and mentoring skills with experience working within architecture governance but not essential TOGAF MuleSoft Certified Integration Architect Azure Solutions Architect Expert or AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional certification. Experience in banking or financial services. Knowledge of Salesforce Financial Services Cloud Data Cloud Experience Cloud MuleSoft Composer Salesforce integrations or development:As Vanquis continues to strengthen its integration and cloud capability youll have opportunities to deepen your expertise influence architecture standards lead improvement initiatives and grow through specialist or leadership VanquisBenefits & CultureLearning & Wellbeing Award-Winning EmployerGreat Place to Work Certified Financial Times Best Employers 2025 & 2026 Armed Forces Friendly Employer Bronze LinkedIn LearningAccess to learning resources to support your growth and development Flexible Hybrid WorkingA balanced approach to office and home working Two Volunteering DaysPaid time to support causes that matter to you Inclusive CultureA workplace where colleagues are supported respected and encouraged to be themselves Enhanced Family LeaveSupporting colleagues through important life moments Up to 10% Pension ContributionHelping you plan and prepare for the future Paid Birthday LeaveAn extra day off to celebrate you 2530 Days Annual LeaveTime away to rest reset and recharge Career Development OpportunitiesSupport to build skills grow your career and shape what comes nextReady to shapewhatsnextIfyourelooking for an opportunity to build modern cloud platforms influence engineering decisions and help shape the future of Technology & Change at Vanquiswedlove to hear from Next Chapter agency informationOur Talent Acquisition team manages all recruitment activity directly. We work with approved recruitment partners whereadditionalsupport is youre looking for an opportunity to shape enterprise integration influence cloud architecture decisions and help simplify the technology estate at Vanquis wed love to hear from you.