Salary: £45,000 - 70,000 per year Requirements: 10 years designing large-scale digital transformation solutions Deep knowledge of AI/ML, data platforms, analytics, automation and cloud architectures Strong experience with AWS/Azure, APIs, microservices, integration and event-driven systems Proven track record leading solution design for major bids Ability to communicate with CXO-level stakeholders Familiarity with TOGAF, ITIL, Agile, Responsible AI frameworks, and architecture modelling tools Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end architecture design for strategic bids (cloud, data, AI, automation) Translate business and outcome requirements into clear, integrated technical blueprints Define architecture vision across AI/ML platforms, analytics, automation, integration and security Balance innovation with cost, risk, and delivery feasibility Act as the technical design authority across bid cycles Shape digital transformation narratives with a strong AI-driven edge Support bid writing, technical orals, workshops, and client deep-dives Align all architectural elements with enterprise standards and responsible AI frameworks Maintain traceability between outcomes, capabilities, architecture and cost models Support risk and assurance around data, AI, integration, scalability and security Work with commercial teams to model cost structures and justify ROI Provide input into outcome-based, consumption-based, and fixed-price bid modelling Ensure solutions are compelling, competitive, and architecturally sound Support handover into mobilisation teams post-award, ensuring architecture continuity Technologies: AI AWS Architect Azure Cloud Support ITIL Security TOGAF microservices More: We are looking for a Strategic Bids Architect to support high-value, complex digital, data, and AI-enabled bids on a contract basis. This role is perfect for an experienced architect who thrives in pre-sales, solution leadership, and shaping commercially competitive technology propositions. As the senior technical lead across major bids, you will design and govern advanced digital, data, and AI architectures, ensuring they are scalable, deliverable, and positioned to win. You will work closely with Growth, Service Design, and senior stakeholders to craft innovative, cloud-native, data-driven solutions that deliver real measurable outcomes. This is a home-based role, initially for a 6-month contract. last updated 11 week of 2026