Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Software Architect Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. Duties: Software Architecture Engineering (High Tech) focuses on architecting multiple types/categories of software including end-user applications and operating systems/utility software (which provides a platform for running end user applications) for sale to external customers. The work includes: Performing complex software process definition, requirements analysis, and high-level design / modelling to convert stakeholder needs into software solutions Designing and specifying the overall software structure, core elements, and properties by understanding the software requirements, constraints, interfaces, and dependencies Developing the architectural guidelines, specifications, and technical standards, including coding standards, tools, services and platforms related to current and future technological environments Communicating the design of the software architecture to stakeholders. Responsibilities typically include: Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager. Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and often complex.