My client is a global leading Digital Consultancy specialising in Cloud Adoption, Digital Transformations & NextGen AI Solutions, with offices in London, Manchester, Newcastle and Glasgow (providing a remote first or hybrid working policy with ad hoc client site travel when required). Clients include Government, Finance, Retail & other private sectors.
We are looking for multiple Solution Architect's to join a rapidly growly team, who possess strong multi-cloud expertise and experience delivering complex digital solutions, ideally within central government or other regulated environments.
We have a top end budget of £80k + disc bonus + flexi working (option of remote or hybrid + ad hic client site travel).
Must have requirements;
* Lead solution architecture design across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
* Define and own end-to-end solution designs, ensuring alignment with business objectives, technical strategy, and GDS service standards.
* Collaborate with Product Managers, Delivery Managers, Developers, and Security teams to deliver well-architected solutions.
* Translate business requirements into secure, scalable technical designs.
* Provide architectural governance, assurance, and design review throughout the delivery lifecycle.
* Ensure compliance with government security, data handling, and accessibility requirements.
* Produce architecture artefacts including HLDs, LLDs, roadmaps, and technical documentation.
Primary skills & experience required:
* Proven track record as a Solution Architect in complex, multi-vendor environments.
* Hands-on experience designing solutions across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
* Strong understanding of microservices, APIs, containers (Docker/Kubernetes), and event-driven architectures.
* Knowledge of Terraform, IaC, DevOps pipelines, and automation.
* Experience working within UK government projects (or other regulated environments).
* Familiarity with GDS principles, service assessments, and accessibility standards.
Candidates must be eligible or already hold active SC Clearance - please note, visa sponsorship is not available