State Street

Solution Architect, Charles River Development, Assistant Vice President

United Kingdom · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerState Street
LocationUnited Kingdom
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted17 Sep 2026

Role Overview

We are seeking a Solution Architect to partner closely with Sales, Product, and Delivery teams to design and articulate compelling, end-to-end solutions for prospective and existing clients. This role sits at the intersection of business needs and technical execution, translating client requirements into scalable, secure, and differentiated solutions that drive sales success. The ideal candidate is client-facing, technically credible, commercially aware, and thrives in fast-paced, consultative sales environments.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Sales & Client Engagement

Partner with Sales to support the full sales lifecycle, from discovery through deal close
Lead technical discovery sessions to understand client business goals, workflows, and constraints
Design and present solution architectures, demos, and proof-of-concepts aligned to client needs
Clearly articulate value propositions, differentiators, and trade-offs to technical and non-technical audiences
Respond to RFPs, RFIs, and due diligence questionnaires with accurate and compelling technical content

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Solution Design & Architecture

Translate business requirements into end-to-end solution designs, including integrations, data flows, and deployment models Ensure solutions align with product capabilities, security standards, and scalability requirements
Identify gaps, risks, and dependencies early and propose mitigation strategies
Collaborate with Product and Engineering to influence roadmap priorities based on client feedback

Collaboration & Enablement

Work closely with Sales Engineers, Product Managers, and Professional Services.
Support handoffs from Sales to Delivery, ensuring solution intent and scope are clearly documented
Contribute to sales enablement materials, reference architectures, and demo best practices
Act as a subject matter expert for assigned domains, products, or industries

Required Qualifications

3+ years of experience in a technical field
Strong understanding of enterprise software architectures, APIs, integrations, and data models
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Comfortable working across multiple stakeholders and geographies

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications

Experience with SaaS platforms and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Familiarity with security, compliance, and data privacy considerations
Experience influencing product roadmaps or participating in beta programs
Prior client-facing consulting experience

What Success Looks Like

Increased win rates and deal quality through strong solution alignment
Positive client feedback on solution clarity and credibility
Smooth transition from sales to implementation with minimal rework
Strong internal partnerships with Sales, Product, and Delivery teams
Recognition as a trusted advisor by clients and internal stakeholders

Why Join Us

Work on high-impact, complex client challenges
Influence both sales outcomes and product direction
Collaborate with experienced, cross-functional teams
Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunities

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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