Solutions Architect

5 Months ago • All levels • Devops

Job Summary

Job Description

Aristocrat seeks a Senior Solutions Architect in London to design and develop the platform, services, and SDKs for mobile and web applications. Responsibilities include architecting robust, scalable, and secure solutions; defining and maintaining technical standards; collaborating with cross-functional teams; translating business requirements into technical specifications; creating architectural diagrams; leading design discussions; documenting ADRs; selecting appropriate technologies; and ensuring implementation aligns with architectural specifications. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in SaaS solutions, gaming, system modeling, software architecture principles, cloud platforms, microservices, API design, and data modeling. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
Must have:
  • Proven experience as a Solution Architect (SaaS, Gaming)
  • System modeling expertise (C4, UML)
  • Strong understanding of software architecture principles
  • Cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Microservices architecture, API design experience
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Good to have:
  • Bachelor's degree in CS or related field
  • Software development background (gaming industry)
  • Real-time systems, multiplayer game architectures knowledge
  • Security best practices and compliance standards experience
Perks:
  • Robust benefits package
  • Global career opportunities
  • Flexible working options

Job Details

We are looking for an experienced Senior Solution Architect to join our team in London.

What You'll Do

In this position, you will have a key role in shaping the platform, services and SDKs that power a wide range of mobile and web applications. You will be responsible for architecting robust, scalable, secure, and reliable full-stack solutions while establishing and maintaining the technical standards that ensure the platform's performance, compliance, and long-term sustainability.  

Collaboration is central to this role. You will engage closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, leveraging strong communication skills to ensure alignment and successful delivery of solutions. Your ability to present well-reasoned recommendations, grounded in solid engineering principles and data-driven analysis, will be critical. Maintaining a proactive, open, and assertive approach will be essential to navigating complex decisions and influencing outcomes.  

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled architect to have a significant impact on the development of our platform and help shape the future of our services.  

Responsibilities 

  • Collaborate with stakeholders, Business Analysts and development teams to define and document the system's architecture. 

  • Ability to translate business requirements into clear designs and technical requirements covering all aspects of a full-stack Solution. 

  • Create detailed diagrams to communicate system architecture, behaviors and interactions (e.g., sequence diagrams, activity diagrams and high-level designs). 

  • Lead architectural and design discussions, ensuring alignment with business goals, technical requirements, and industry best practices. 

  • Document and maintain Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) to capture significant architectural decisions, including the context, options considered, decision rationale, and outcomes. 

  • Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools to meet the needs of our solutions. 

  • Define and maintain architectural standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across projects. 

  • Work closely with engineering teams to provide technical guidance and ensure the implementation of designs aligns with architectural specifications. 

  • Identify and address technical risks, challenges, and dependencies in the architecture and design process. 

  • Conduct architectural reviews and provide feedback to ensure solutions meet performance, scalability, security, and maintainability requirements. 

  • Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends and apply this knowledge to continuously improve our architecture and solutions. 

What We're Looking For

Required Skills and Experience  

 

  • Proven experience as a Solution Architect, with a strong focus on SaaS solutions and the gaming sector. 

  • Expertise in system modelling (e.g., C4, UML). 

  • Strong understanding of software architecture principles, patterns, and best practices. 

  • Familiarity with domain-driven design (DDD) and its application in software development. 

  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native architectures. 

  • Experience within the Mobile Application development industry and a deep understanding of the inherent challenges. 

  • Familiarity with microservices architecture, API design, and integration patterns. 

  • Experience with event-driven architecture and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, PubSub). 

  • Experience with OpenAPI and AsyncAPI for defining APIs, and exercising the APIs through appropriate tools (e.g., Postman). 

  • Solid knowledge of data modeling, databases (SQL and NoSQL), database normalisation, and data flow architectures. 

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about technology solutions. 

Preferred Skills and Experience  

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 

  • A software development or technical background, preferably in the gaming industry or a SaaS solution

  • Knowledge of real-time systems, multiplayer game architectures, and player data analytics. 

  • Experience with security best practices and compliance standards in software development.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. We offer a range of flexible working options through all.flex, our flexible hybrid work model and invite you to have a conversation with us about flexible working. EEO M/F/D/V

  • World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

  • Robust benefits package

  • Global career opportunities

Our Values

  • All about the Player

  • Talent Unleashed

  • Collective Brilliance

  • Good Business Good Citizen

The US based roles may require registration with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.

Travel Expectations

None

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About The Company

Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX: ALL) is a leading gaming content creation company powered by technology to deliver industry-leading casino games together with mobile games and online real money games, collectively entertaining millions of players worldwide, every day. Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, Aristocrat has three operating business units, spanning regulated land-based gaming (Aristocrat Gaming),social casino (Product Madness)and regulated online real money (Aristocrat Interactive). Our team of over 8,500 people across the globe are united by our company mission tobring joy to life through the power of play.For further information visit the Group's website at

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