Solution Engineer

About the role

LGT Wealth Management is seeking a Solution Engineer to join its Engineering team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. The role will shape the technology landscape that supports client experience, operational efficiency and long‑term growth.

Key responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on support during build, integration and deployment phases, including prototypes and technical troubleshooting.
• Lead end‑to‑end solution architecture across the full project lifecycle from requirements through to operations.
• Partner with business stakeholders to ensure solutions are fit‑for‑purpose and aligned with strategic objectives.
• Develop high‑level and detailed solution designs, including architecture diagrams, integration patterns, data flows and security considerations.
• Evaluate technologies and platforms, recommending options that balance cost, scalability, performance and compliance with Group Technology standards.

Required profile

• 5+ years of experience in solution design, architecture or technical consulting.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience building and developing technology solutions, including configuration, integration and automation.
• Strong ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholder groups and align technology decisions with business strategy.
• Tertiary qualification in IT, Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline.

Required skills

• Broad knowledge of IT technologies, cloud platforms and integration patterns.
• Security‑by‑design principles and security considerations.
• Technical writing and documentation skills.
• Certifications in cloud or architecture frameworks (e.g., AWS, Azure, TOGAF) are advantageous.