We are looking for a Solution Architect (Bids & Mobilisations) to join Sodexo’s Architecture team at a pivotal moment in our technology transformation. You’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering innovative, robust solutions that support new contract mobilisations and bid responses, working closely with our global TDDI teams.
This is a home‑based role, with regular site and office visits required to collaborate with stakeholders and ensure mobilisation activities are technically sound, strategically aligned, and operationally ready.
Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
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Main Responsibilities
* Provide technical input into mobilisation plans, bid responses, and deployment strategies across infrastructure, network, and application domains.
* Develop and maintain architectural artefacts such as blueprints, high-level designs, risk registers, and governance trackers.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. Cyber, Infrastructure, Procurement, Finance, Service Management) to ensure mobilisation readiness, architectural compliance, and service transition alignment.
* Lead architectural design and governance for mobilisation programmes, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards, TDDI policies, and client requirements.
* Engage with stakeholders to clarify technical scope, manage risks, and ensure timely, budget‑aligned delivery.
* Conduct financial analysis and define total cost‑of‑ownership, including licensing, support, and consumption models.
* Identify and evaluate technologies and vendors to support solution delivery from build to business‑as‑usual (BAU).
* Participate in mobilisation meetings and design authorities to resolve blockers, promote best practices, and drive standardisation.
* Foster strong vertical and horizontal relationships across Enterprise Architecture, TDDI leadership, and global delivery teams.
* Support onboarding of new contracts by validating hosting models, support structures, and data residency requirements.
Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements
The Ideal Candidate
* Graduate calibre with architectural framework qualifications or experience i.e., TOGAF/BCS etc
* Experience of working in pre‑sales architect or bid supporting roles
* Proven experience in solution architecture within large‑scale mobilisation programmes
* Strong architectural design and solutioning skills across infrastructure, network, and application domains
* Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities in fast‑paced mobilisation environments
* Analysis of risks, benefits and opportunities associated with business & architectural strategies and championing a balanced approach with a focus on achieving business outcomes
* Strong experience in Cloud Technologies (Azure preferred), COTS application integration, modern architectural ways of working and practices
* Excellent stakeholder management skills and customer focus with an ability to achieve consensus across a complex set of demands
* Ability to gain UK SC Clearance
Package Description
Competitive salary depending on experience
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater
You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.
In addition, we offer
20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.
For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
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