Salary: £130,000 - 140,000 per year Requirements: 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 artifacts and documentation Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Azure Expert certification (essential) TOGAF and/or ITIL (desirable) 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 Technologies: Azure Cloud Databricks DevOps Support ITIL Load Balancing MuleSoft SQL Security TOGAF Architect More: We are a well-established, highly regulated organization seeking two experienced Solution Architects to support our Digital & IT function. This role offers a daily rate of £650-£700 and is available on a hybrid working model from a site near Bristol or Bridgwater. The initial contract is until the end of 2026, with priority given to candidates who possess active SC clearance. Join our mature Architecture team and play a key role in delivering scalable and secure solutions across a complex enterprise environment. last updated 18 week of 2026