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Lead Solution Architect
Shaping the future of technology within a high-profile organisation, this role is about steering digital solutions that are scalable, secure, and truly aligned with long-term business strategy. As a technical leader, you’ll play a vital part in defining how systems connect and evolve across the enterprise.
Role Overview
What You’ll Be Doing
* Providing architectural leadership across multiple projects to ensure robust, scalable solutions.
* Acting as the design authority, overseeing reviews and ensuring compliance with principles and security policies.
* Driving integration of new and existing systems into a cohesive technology landscape.
* Partnering with senior stakeholders to translate requirements into effective solution designs.
* Mentoring architects and technical leads, embedding best practice across teams.
* Developing and maintaining domain reference architectures and design standards.
* Leading discovery sessions and concept architecture work for key initiatives.
Main Skills Needed
* Proven experience in solution architecture across complex, multi-system environments.
* Strong knowledge of integration, cloud platforms, and enterprise architecture frameworks.
* Ability to lead governance, influence technical direction, and manage trade-offs effectively.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
* Track record of mentoring and developing technical teams.
* Relevant certifications (e.g. TOGAF, ITIL, BCS) would be advantageous.
What’s in It for You
* Opportunity to lead high-value digital programmes within a major organisation.
* Flexible working options, including part-time arrangements.
* A culture that values diversity, inclusion, and fresh perspectives.
* Long-term career growth with exposure to cutting-edge technology projects.
* Direct influence on shaping enterprise systems and strategies worth £30m+ annually.
Think it could be a fit? We’d love to hear from you.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology, Engineering, and Project Management
Industries
* Technology, Information and Media, Engineering Services, and Energy Technology
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