Solutions Architect

At R3 our vision is a world where value moves freely, and business is done safely. Our mission is to enable an open, trusted, and enduring digital economy. We are a scale up with a startup’s grit. We encourage a workforce where no idea is too small, and no two days are the same.

Role of Solutions Architect

We are seeking a highly skilled Solutions Architect with expertise in Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology along with system designing and implementation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing solutions focused on permissioned blockchain platform while optimizing security and networking configurations that meet the needs of client organizations. This role requires a deep understanding of private and public blockchain platforms such as Corda, Ethereum architecture design principles, cloud security principles, networking protocols, and best practices.

The Solutions Architect will collaborate closely with internal Product Engineering, Professional Services Engineering, and security teams to streamline processes and optimize our software delivery lifecycle. The Architect will work with Client IT Teams / Architects to analyse their requirements, define solution workflows for different use-cases, define potential Architectures, and recommend Best Practices.

Your mission as a Solutions Architect is to help our customers design highly scalable architectures and build resilient solutions using distributed systems and blockchain/DLT platforms. 

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements. Understand customer requirements and provide guidance on solutions designing and technical implementation.
• Design, architect, develop & deploy blockchain based solutions such as CBDC or Digital Assets based on business requirements, industry best practices, on AWS /Azure and / Or OnPrem platforms with a strong focus on security controls and configurations.
• Develop and maintain documentation for architecture, HLDs and LLDs
• Lead the development of blockchain applications and integration with existing systems. Participate in code reviews, outline best practices for software designing and development.
• Stay updated on the latest blockchain trends, technologies, and best practices, and evaluate new tools and frameworks for potential adoption.
• Create and oversee PoCs to demonstrate the capabilities and advantages of blockchain technology to clients.
• Help customers with their path to production advising on non-functional requirements, performance testing and disaster recovery.
• Be a voice of the customer by sharing customer insights to support the development of R3’s products.

Key Skills Required for the Role:

• Proven experience as a software engineer and architect, with a focus on blockchain solutions and a minimum of 8 years of experience Architecting and Designing enterprise grade scaled solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of both private permissioned (e.g., R3 Corda) and public blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum).
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in blockchain development, such as Solidity, Go, JavaScript, or Java.
• Familiarity with integrating blockchain solutions with existing enterprise systems and APIs.
• Experience on AWS or Azure Cloud Platforms and Services (preferably Architect Level Certifications) would be a huge plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and adapt to changing requirements.
• Relevant blockchain certifications (e.g., Certified Blockchain Developer, Certified Corda Developer) are a plus.
• Strong Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and container orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to analyse complex systems.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

Desired Skills:

• Software designing and development experience in a commercial enterprise product and thorough understanding of taking software to production.
• Understanding of DLT / Blockchain technologies and benefits.
• Willingness to learn new skill and be able to solve complex problems.

R3 is a leading enterprise technology firm specialising in digital solutions for regulated financial markets. Our technology enables financial markets to operate with greater efficiency, transparency and enhanced connectivity. Our focus is on progressing markets and fostering an open, trusted and enduring digital economy.

R3ers center around our core values – Collaborative, Ownership, Bold and Customer First – as a result our flagship DLT platform, Corda, and R3 Digital Markets product suite is trusted by the world’s leading financial market infrastructures (FMIs), exchanges, central banks and commercial banks.

R3 is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are a diverse and inclusive team that supports all ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, origins, disability and veteran status and cultures. At R3, we’re committed to fostering an environment where individuality–not conformity–is embraced and valued because we believe our collective differences are what make us better together. For more information, visit www.r3.com or connect with us on Twitter or LinkedIn.

If you don’t meet all of the above criteria, but you think you’d be a great addition to R3, send us your CV/resume. We’re always interested in meeting bold, collaborative people who are excited to work with us.