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VodafoneThree - Solution Architect - API

Newbury, United KingdomFull-time2026-10-16 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Define and evolve API platform strategy, architecture patterns, and technology standards for a large-scale digital platform.

Role type

Senior IC API Platform Solution Architect

Builds

Secure, scalable, and high-performing digital experiences and API ecosystem

Domain

Telecommunications / Cloud-native API architecture

Required skills

Cloud-native microservices architecture, RESTful API design, OAuth 2.0/OpenID Connect, SOLID principles, Security best practices (OWASP), Agile methodologies, Architecture roadmaps, Event-driven architecture

Preferred skills

TM Forum-compliant APIs, Java/Spring framework, AI agents/agentic frameworks, Cloud architecture certification (AWS Associate Architect)

Technologies

Cloud platforms, Containerization, Serverless solutions, Managed services, Java, Spring, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, OWASP

Responsibilities

Define API platform strategy and architecture patterns; Collaborate with digital and enterprise architecture teams; Guide solution architects on complex API enhancements; Review solution designs for alignment with architectural principles; Champion simplicity and scalability; Work with engineering teams on performance and security requirements; Enable delivery teams with reference architectures and technical guidance

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC