Transport Solutions Architect - Payments & Transactions

London Temporary £750 - £800 per day View Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Solutions Architect to lead the design of transaction processing and payment systems within complex environments. The role focuses on backend architecture, payment integrations, and enterprise systems, working closely with technical teams to deliver scalable, high-performing solutions.
  • Competitive daily rate. of £750 - £800 inside IR35.
  • Opportunity to shape large-scale payment architecture.

About Our Client

The organisation is a large entity based in London, recognised for its significant influence and impact on technology-driven projects. It operates within a highly structured and fast-paced environment, delivering critical services to the public.

Job Description

  • Design and implement complex backend and transaction processing architectures.
  • Lead technical solution design across hardware and software environments.
  • Integrate payment acquirers including Visa, Mastercard, and Amex.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams and third-party suppliers.
  • Ensure robust and secure payment handling systems.
  • Support enterprise architecture alignment and best practices.
  • Contribute to infrastructure design, primarily on-premise systems.

The Successful Applicant

  • Strong experience in payments and transaction processing architecture.
  • Proven expertise with backend systems (Java, .NET, or Oracle).
  • Experience integrating payment acquirers (Visa, Mastercard, Amex).
  • Solid understanding of on-premise infrastructure environments.
  • Ability to design complex, scalable technical solutions.
  • Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture principles.
  • Hands-on experience working with development teams and vendors.
  • Exposure to public cloud environments (desirable).
  • TOGAF or Zachman certification (advantageous).

What's on Offer

  • Competitive daily rate between £750 -£800 inside IR35.
  • Opportunity to shape large-scale payment architecture within a key Programme.
  • Contract role offering involvement in high-impact projects in London.
  • Chance to work in a structured and impactful environment.



If you are ready to make a significant impact as a Senior Solutions Architect, apply now to seize this opportunity in London.

Contact
Amelia Hogg
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7028459
Phone number
+442072692106

Job summary

Job function
Technology
Subsector
IT Architecture
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Amelia Hogg
Consultant phone
+442072692106
Job reference
JN-052026-7028459