Profectus Recruitment is partnering with an established financial services business to recruit an IT Infrastructure Architect. This opportunity will suit an experienced architect who enjoys understanding business requirements, shaping technical solutions and taking ownership of the decisions that connect the two. Joining a small architecture function, you will work closely with the IT Solutions Architecture Manager, technology teams and business stakeholders to improve existing services and design infrastructure that supports the organisation''s future requirements. There is scope to influence technology strategy, strengthen architecture standards and help shape the evolution of cloud and hybrid services. The role You will take responsibility for infrastructure solution design, working with technical and non-technical colleagues to ensure proposed services are practical, secure and aligned with business needs. Your responsibilities will include: Translating business requirements into technical specifications and solution designs. Designing and supporting the evolution of cloud-native and hybrid infrastructure. Reviewing proposed solutions through the design authority process. Developing and maintaining architecture principles, technical standards and design documentation. Assessing existing infrastructure and identifying opportunities for improvement. Evaluating technologies, costs and delivery options to support informed decisions. Working with delivery teams ..... full job details .....