19 Mar 2026

Solution Architect - Pre Sales / Application Engineering

We're partnering with a global technology consultancy to find a technically strong Pre-Sales Solution Architect with deep expertise in Application Engineering and a proven track record in pre-sales environments (RFP/RFI).

This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of technology and business-shaping complex solutions, influencing client decisions, and driving high-value engagements.

You will be based in the UK with regular attendance to the London office.

The Opportunity

You'll work closely with sales and client stakeholders to define and articulate innovative solutions across key areas of application engineering, including:

• Application Modernisation
• Augmented Engineering (AI-enabled development)
• Composable Platforms
• Customer Experience solutions

From early-stage discovery through to formal bid responses, you'll play a pivotal role in positioning differentiated, high-impact solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical pre-sales process, including RFI/RFP/RFQ responses
• Engage with clients to understand business challenges and translate them into scalable technical solutions
• Design end-to-end architectures across modern application engineering landscapes
• Develop compelling proposals, solution narratives, and architecture artefacts
• Support and deliver client presentations, workshops, and technical demonstrations
• Collaborate with sales, delivery, and partner teams to shape winning propositions
• Ensure solutions are commercially viable, technically robust, and clearly differentiated

What We're Looking For:

Core Experience:

• Strong background in Solution Architecture within application engineering or software development environments
• Proven experience in pre-sales, specifically responding to RFPs/RFIs
• Deep technical knowledge across modern application architectures and cloud-native technologies
• Experience across one or more of: application modernisation, composable architectures, customer experience platforms, or AI-driven/augmented engineering
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills

Desirable:

• Experience with major cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, and modern engineering practices
• Exposure to AI/GenAI in the software development lifecycle

Why Apply?

This is a high-impact, client-facing role where you'll shape strategic deals and work on cutting-edge application engineering solutions. You'll have the opportunity to influence large-scale transformation programmes while working alongside experienced technical and commercial teams. If you think you have the skills and experience, please apply now!

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.