Solution Architect x 2 (SC cleared or eligible) - £650-£700 per day - Inside IR35 - Hybrid working from a site near Bristol or Bridgwater - Initial contract until end of 2026. Priority will be given to candidates with active SC clearance.
We are working on behalf of a well‑established, highly regulated organisation to secure an experienced Solution Architect to support their Digital & IT function. This is a key contract role within a mature Architecture team, operating across a complex enterprise environment.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for delivering end‑to‑end solution architecture across a broad technology landscape, ensuring designs are scalable, secure, and aligned to business outcomes. This role combines hands‑on architecture delivery with governance, assurance, and stakeholder engagement.
You’ll work closely with Delivery, Service & Digital Operations, and Data Governance teams, contributing to a structured and controlled environment with strong architectural standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce high‑level and low‑level solution designs, architecture roadmaps, and technical patterns
* Translate business and technical requirements into scalable, robust architecture solutions
* Provide solution assurance and contribute to design governance processes (including ARB)
* Design across a diverse estate including Azure, M365/Entra ID, HCI, PLM, EDRMS, EUC, and enterprise platforms
* Review and challenge supplier deliverables and technical designs
* Ensure compliance with cyber security and regulatory standards
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners
* Support the evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies
Key Skills & Experience
* Proven background in solution architecture, engineering, or technical design roles within complex environments
* Strong knowledge of Azure cloud, including networking, security, integration, and DevOps pipelines
* Experience with MuleSoft, Databricks, and SQL
* Good understanding of security technologies such as CASB, firewalls, proxies, and load balancing
* Ability to produce high‑quality architecture artefacts and documentation
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Certifications
* TOGAF and/or ITIL (desirable)
* High‑level and low‑level designs
* Architecture assessment and assurance reports
* Integration diagrams and environment strategies
* Governance documentation and ARB submissions
* Technical risk logs and compliance evidence
* Contributions to architecture roadmaps and patterns
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Solution Architect to play a key role in shaping enterprise‑wide technology solutions within a structured and high‑impact environment.
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