Solutions Architect - Contractor
Join Palladium Digital’s Associate Network!
We are thrilled to re-launch the Palladium Associate Network, an initiative that seeks to assemble a remarkable team of digital associates and contractors who are at the forefront of their fields. We are in search of the best-of-breed professionals who are ready to contribute their expertise to drive forward transformation and create exceptional value for our top-tier private equity clients and their portfolios.
The Opportunity
Palladium work across the entire deal cycle, from identifying digital opportunities and risks in due diligence to extracting value through the development of new digital products and services. We help businesses reach their full potential through the digital transformation of their processes, business models, and ways of working.
We cover multiple sectors including eCommerce and Retail, Financial Services, Transport and Logistics, Manufacturing, Leisure & Travel, Health, Technology and SaaS, FMCG and Education.
With offices in London, Oxford, New York, and Dubai we have a global presence with a remote-first work-environment.
Palladium’s advancements in digital due diligence and digital transformation have been recognised by the private equity community, as the company has received numerous prestigious awards.
The Role
- Client Engagement: Collaborate with private equity clients to understand business objectives, challenges, and technical requirements, translating them into actionable solutions.
- Solution Design: Develop scalable, secure, and cost-effective architectural blueprints aligned with client goals and industry best practices.
- Technology Assessment: Evaluate and recommend technology platforms, tools, and vendors to meet client needs.
- Implementation Oversight: Guide development teams and vendors, ensuring successful implementation and alignment with the architectural vision.
- System Integration: Design and oversee the integration of systems across portfolio companies, ensuring seamless data flow and compliance.
- Performance Optimization: Identify opportunities to enhance IT infrastructure, improve efficiency, and ensure scalability and reliability.
- Risk and Compliance: Mitigate risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop disaster recovery strategies.
- Stakeholder Communication: Act as a bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders, presenting solutions and progress to senior executives.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, drive innovation, and recommend iterative enhancements to existing solutions.
- Collaboration with Portfolio Companies: Align IT strategies with private equity goals, providing guidance on IT investments and digital transformation initiatives.
- Proven experience as a Solutions Architect or similar role, with expertise in designing and implementing complex systems.
- Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native architecture principles.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, Ruby, or similar.
- Hands-on experience with microservices architecture, APIs, and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Excellent understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess trade-offs in technology decisions.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Professional Architect are a plus.
Becoming part of our associate network will give you priority access to opportunities that match your skills before they are shared externally.
The rate depends on skill level and project type.
Are you an innovative Solutions Architect looking for an exciting opportunity to join Palladium Digital’s Associate Network? We’re thrilled to announce the re-launch of our network, which aims to gather a remarkable team of digital associates and contractors at the forefront of digital transformation. At Palladium, we identify digital opportunities and risks while helping our prestigious private equity clients navigate the complexities of the deal cycle. As a Solutions Architect, you will work closely with clients to understand their business goals, translate these into actionable solutions, and develop architectural blueprints that are scalable, secure, and cost-effective. Your insights will influence technology assessments and lead the implementation process as you ensure a seamless integration of systems across portfolio companies. Your ability to enhance IT infrastructure and compliance will be crucial to our clients’ success. We're proud of our global presence, offering a remote-first environment that fosters collaboration across various sectors like eCommerce, Financial Services, Transport, and more. We'd love for you to join us in driving transformation and creating exceptional value for our clients, while also engaging in continuous improvement and staying updated on industry trends. If you’re ready to leverage your expertise in cloud platforms and microservices architecture, while also enhancing the digital landscape for top-tier companies, Palladium Digital could be the perfect place for your next venture. We can’t wait to see how you can contribute your skills and passion to our associate network!
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