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Location

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire | United Kingdom

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Job description

At Defaqto, we are on a mission to empower everyone to make smarter financial decisions, and we want you to be a part of our exciting journey to become the #1 provider in the UK. We are committed to excellence, not only in our people but also across our diverse portfolio of products:

• Expert Ratings for Consumers: We empower consumers by providing expert financial guidance at a glance.
• Innovative Financial Planning Software: We develop solutions that simplify complex financial planning for millions.
• Mission-Critical Technology: Behind the scenes, our technology is transforming the way product manufacturers optimise financial products for the market.

So, why join Defaqto?

• Impactful Work: Every year, we support over 50 million financial decisions with a combined value exceeding £80 billion. Your contributions will directly influence and shape the financial landscape.
• Exciting Growth Opportunities: Our recent acquisition by Fintel PLC and ambitious growth plans mean Defaqto is set to double in size over the next 3-4 years, meaning more opportunity for you to grow and develop.
• Collaborative Culture: Collaboration is not just encouraged, but celebrated. We believe in a supportive environment where ideas are valued, and skills are recognised.

Ready to be a part of something big? Read on and help us continue to lead the way in making financial decisions smarter for everyone.

We are seeking a visionary and experienced Software Architect to lead the transformation of our software into a modern, cloud-based architecture. Working closely with our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and implementing a robust and scalable platform built on React, GraphQL, Apollo Federation, and hosted within Azure. This is a critical role for the future of our organization, and we are looking for a passionate leader who thrives on tackling complex technical challenges.

In this role, you will design a microservices architecture using React, GraphQL, and Apollo Federation, employing best practices for scalability, maintainability, and performance. You'll have a strong understanding of Azure while selecting and implementing the appropriate development tools and technologies within the cloud ecosystem.

You'll proactively identify and address potential risks and challenges, develop infrastructure as code scripts for automated provisioning and deployment, and define a comprehensive migration strategy. You'll also play a key role in mentoring and guiding junior engineers on best practices.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• 7+ years of experience as a software architect or senior developer, with a proven track record of successful architectural design and implementation.
• In-depth expertise in building microservices architectures with React, GraphQL, and Apollo Federation.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and Azure platform services.
• Experience with IaC tools like Terraform or Azure Resource Manager.
• Proficient in at least one backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on strategic thinking.

Bonus:

• Experience working with legacy code modernization projects.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience in containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.

Fintel plc and all the businesses within it adopt a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination on any of the protected grounds in the Equality Act 2010.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to h ave a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. We also believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all staff. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do.

For these reasons we strongly en courage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.

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