Salary: £66,000 - 78,000 per year Requirements: Solutions and Enterprise Architecture experience. Bridging technical and non-technical gaps. Draft, author, and review statement of requirements and technical documentation such as proposals and high-level designs. Analyze, interrogate, and evaluate data such as requirements and ITTs. Stakeholder management. Experience of working in agile environments, continual delivery techniques, and DevOps cultures. Qualified to industry level equivalent to TOGAF, MCSE, and/or CCNP. Experience of working across teams i.e., Squad Model. Experience of UK government technology strategies and policies. A deep understanding of NCSC, CIS, and NIST IT security principles. Expert knowledge of private (VMware), public cloud (AWS/Azure), COTs and GOTs products. Private and public cloud development skills and experience (desirable). DevOps experience in automation and improvement in development and release processes (Continuous Integration & Continuous Delivery) (desirable). Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Containerization, and Microservices (desirable). Good understanding of relevant emerging technologies and running a research or prototyping team (desirable). Wide-ranging interest in technology and its implications for system development (Hardware, Software, Cloud, Mobility, and User Experience) (desirable). Zachman, ITIL Managed Professional, or ITIL Expert Leader/Master (desirable). Responsibilities: Lead in planning, communicating, and driving solutions architecture, engineering, and infrastructure development. Engage with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs. Draft and review technical documentation and proposals for various projects. Evaluate and analyze data, ensuring requirements are met. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, utilizing agile methodologies. Implement cloud solutions and enhance development processes through DevOps practices. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and government technology policies. Address security principles in alignment with NCSC, CIS, and NIST standards. Technologies: AWS Architect Azure Cloud DevOps Hardware ITIL Security TOGAF VMware microservices More: We are seeking a Senior Technical Architect for an exciting 6-month initial contract located in Milton Keynes, with three days required in the office. This role offers competitive daily rates between £550 and £650, dependent on your experience. Our client is a central government organization focused on utilizing cutting-edge technology to solve business challenges. We value innovation and seek candidates who can bridge technical gaps and work effectively in agile environments. As an equal opportunities company, we welcome applications from all suitable candidates. last updated 5 week of 2026