Platform Architect

How would you like to work at the heart of the IAGL business - Core Engineering that is responsible for the design of our cloud platform and the architecture, standards and processes of our engineering teams...

The Platform Architecture & Sales Engineering team is a key part of Core Engineering that is responsible for the design of our cloud platform and the architecture, standards and processes of our engineering teams as well as partners that integrate with our platform. We cover a range of responsibilities including platform architecture ways of working and partner experience.

The team acts as an architecture centre of excellence, engaging and supporting product teams and partners. There is an element consulting with not our external partners but also our internal products to ensure well defined patterns are established and applied to their given product. We take responsibility for overseeing the quality of the products that are delivered on to the platform.

Our platform architecture function is fundamental in making technology decisions as the platform evolves to meet the needs of our growing product landscape. We also provide architectural support for strategic initiatives across the wider business, providing technical leadership as required.

This is where you come in.

We seek a Platform Architect to join our team and drive our platform architecture forward. This role involves shaping our architectural processes, consulting with external partners on integrations, and collaborating with product and commercial teams to align technical capabilities with priorities and partner needs.

As a technical leader, you'll communicate and influence stakeholders across departments, product teams, and partner management. You'll contribute to strategic platform initiatives, providing solution architecture and technical leadership to drive continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities will also include leading architectural best practices such as domain modeling and reviews to enhance team capabilities. We're looking for someone with strong communication skills, a passion for innovation, and the ability to contribute to our roadmap., This role will be based out of IAGL's London Victoria office. We have a flexible working policy where a blended approach is encouraged, with the focus on being in the correct location for the work that needs to be undertaken. This will involve a mix of office and home working

This is a senior technical role and would suit someone with a strong technical background who has previously worked as a Solutions Architect / Tech Lead. Ideally you would be a:

A collaborative team player with exceptional communication skills, adept at engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

A proactive problem solver who thrives on challenges, taking full ownership of issues from inception to resolution.

A self-motivated individual who takes pride in their work, consistently delivering high-quality, meticulously documented solutions.

An innovative thinker always eager to explore novel ideas and embrace cutting-edge technologies.

What we're looking for:

Strong Software Engineering and Architecture background.

Solid understanding of cloud architectures and design patterns.

️ Familiarity with the AWS Well Architected framework.

️ Experience with domain modelling best practices.

️ Great communication skills, comfortable presenting to technical and non-technical audiences.

Stakeholder management and the ability to influence at all levels.

Proficiency at generating high-quality technical and non-technical documentation.

Prior experience working in an agile, product-focused organization.

If you're ready to make an impact, push boundaries, and embark on a journey of continuous growth, we want to hear from you! Don't let a few unchecked boxes hold you back-your unique perspective and talents are what we value most. Join us and let's shape the future of data together!

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• Annual Bonus (dependant on Company & Individual Performance)


• Company Pension of 9% (6% company/3% employee)


• Private Health Care with Bupa


• A non-contractual Annual Bookable Travel Concession for employee, partner and dependants after every 12 months of service


• Unlimited standby and premium standby fares for you and your nominees on the full BA network and numerous other partner airlines


• Exciting global travel industry discounts including flights with hotels, rail, cruises & tour operators also available through travel providers


• Discounts on BA flights and holidays from day one for you, your friends and family


• 20 days working from abroad in Europe allowed per calendar year


• 25 days annual leave, the ability to buy or sell up to 5 days leave per year, 2 days charity leave and a day off on your birthday


• Travel Insurance


• Cycle to work scheme



• Electric/ULEV car scheme


• New Joiner Avios/Birthday Avios/Thank you Avios


• Life Assurance