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Hybrid – with some UK travel
Full Time, Permanent
Up to £, + Aligned Company Benefits
Here at Serco, we’re committed to delivering world-class public services that make a difference. As an IT Solution Architect, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping secure, scalable, and efficient IT solutions that support our Defence customers and align with strategic business needs.
You’ll work at the heart of our bid teams to define and deliver robust technology architectures aligned with customer, security, and operational requirements. You’ll take end-to-end ownership of IT solution design for bids and contracts, particularly within the Defence sector, and collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure architecture integrity and alignment with business goals.
As part of this you’ll:
* Lead the design and development of IT architectures based on customer needs and business goals
* Work as part of the Bid Team to lead on technology aspects of solution development, bid governance, stakeholder alignment, and solution assurance
* Capture and assess requirements to recommend fit-for-purpose solution components
* Define and model system interactions
* Act as the Design Authority across IT systems and solution components
* Ensure solutions comply with Serco’s architecture principles and governance frameworks
* Collaborate closely with Information Assurance teams to meet security standards
* Deliver comprehensive solution designs including cost and implementation plans
What you’ll need to do the role:
* Strong understanding of applications architecture and Agile methodologies
* Proven experience designing IT systems for Government bids and contracts
* Familiarity with line of business applications
* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
* A collaborative mindset and ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Experience working to MOD/Government IT standards (desirable)
* Be willing to undergo security clearance (BPSS minimum)
Why Serco:
Serco’s purpose is to impact a better future - we bring together the right people, the right technology, and the right partners to create innovative solutions that deliver positive impact and address some of the most urgent and complex challenges facing governments globally. Our services are powered by more than, colleagues working across multiple sectors including defence, space, migration, justice, healthcare, transport, and customer services in four regions: UK & Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East.
In this position, your work is vital to the business, in terms of decisions and growth. You will gain a world of opportunity working for a globally operating business delivering essential services across 5 vital sectors, personal growth, achievement, and development won’t be hard to find. You'll also work with great people. You’ll find yourself working in a highly motivated, supportive environment where no two days are the same, with experienced colleagues who strive for excellence.
What we offer:
* Days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Annual leave purchase scheme.
* Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
* Flexible working options.
* Free onsite parking.
* Serco discounts which include cinema, Merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
* A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs and more.
* A wealth of career development training to suit your future aspirations. These range from role-specific training, leadership coaching, formal study and much more to support you to build your career with Serco.
* A safe and supportive culture.
* A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
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