Huxley

Job Vacancy AWS Solution Architect

City of London (EC3V 3LA)

Huxley

Job position

Permanent
As soon as possible
£130k-150k
5 to 10 years experience
EC3V 3LA, City of London, England, United Kingdom
Published on 05/11/2025

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We have a current opportunity for a AWS Solution Architect on a permanent basis. The position will be based in London. For further information about this position please apply.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled AWS Solution Architect with a strong background in financial services to join a dynamic and forward-thinking technology team. This role will be pivotal in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions tailored to the needs of financial institutions.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and architect AWS cloud solutions for financial applications, ensuring compliance with industry regulations (e.g., FCA, GDPR).
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Lead cloud migration projects and modernisation initiatives across financial platforms.
  • Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and data security in all cloud architectures.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to development and infrastructure teams.
  • Develop infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.
  • Optimize cloud costs and performance through continuous monitoring and improvement.
  • Stay current with AWS services and financial technology trends.
Required Skills & Experience:
  • Proven experience as an AWS Solution Architect in the financial sector.
  • Strong understanding of financial systems, compliance, and data governance.
  • AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional).
  • Expertise in cloud security, IAM, encryption, and secure networking.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) and automation tools.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable:
  • Experience with financial data platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, Refinitiv).
  • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., MiFID II, Basel III).
  • Familiarity with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments.
  • Background in fintech or banking technology transformation projects.
Why Join Us?
  • Work on cutting-edge cloud solutions in a regulated industry.
  • Be part of a collaborative and innovative team.
  • Access to continuous learning and AWS training resources.
  • Competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements.

To find out more about Huxley, please visit

Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Knightsbridge, England, United Kingdom
> 1000 employees
Recruitment agency
Huxley is a leading global recruitment agency specializing in banking, finance, engineering, IT, and life sciences. With a focus on high-quality staffing solutions, Huxley connects top talent with leading organizations around the world.

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