Job Title: Contract Technical Architect - Software Focus (SC Cleared) Location: Hybrid (Remote & Ad Hoc Leeds/Manchester/London) Contract Type: Contract IR35: Inside Duration: 6 Months + Rate: £450-£525 (DOE) Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance About the Role A UK Government department is seeking a skilled Technical Architect with a strong background in software engineering to support the delivery of complex digital services. This is a contract opportunity to work on high-impact public sector programmes, helping shape the technical direction of modern, scalable systems. You'll work closely with delivery teams, product owners, and other architects to ensure technical solutions are robust, secure, and aligned with strategic goals. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and has a passion for designing high-quality software systems. Key Responsibilities Define and document technical architectures for new and existing services. Provide hands-on technical leadership and guidance to development teams. Ensure solutions adhere to government standards, security policies, and best practices. Collaborate with Solutions Architects to align technical designs with business needs. Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools. Identify and mitigate technical risks early in the delivery lifecycle. Support integration, testing, and deployment strategies. ...