Job Description
Our client, a large public sector organisation, is seeking an experienced Lead Solution Architect to drive their digital transformation strategy and shape their technical architecture capability.
About the Role
This is a senior technical leadership position reporting to the Head of Strategy, Architecture & Product. You will lead a small team of Solution Architects, oversee technical engineering resources across Agile Product Teams, and chair the Digital Design Authority (DDA).
You will define and maintain enterprise-level solution architecture across a diverse portfolio of services, supporting the adoption of Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform, and cloud-native tools. The role includes deputising at senior boards, influencing investment decisions, and providing assurance of supplier-led designs.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead a team of Solution Architects and provide technical assurance across multiple Agile delivery teams
2. Own and evolve the strategic solution architecture framework and roadmap
3. Chair the Digital Design Authority (DDA) and govern solution-level architecture decisions
4. Collaborate with Product Owners, Strategic Business Partners, and delivery partners
5. Drive scalable, secure and performant technical solutions aligned with business and user needs
6. Assure third-party architectural designs and manage supplier engagement...