Job Description

Posted 3 weeks ago

An IT consultancy specialising in providing data-driven solutions in the supply chain sector is seeking a Solutions Architect to work with colleagues to ensure IT architectural designs meet strategic goals and project-specific requirements. The Solutions Architect will have proven experience developing solutions to business issues and problems and will have a strong understanding of cloud-native design, integration patterns, and architectural frameworks. Additionally, you will have experience working with a major cloud platform and a background in software engineering, infrastructure, or systems design.

Applications from ex-military personnel are strongly encouraged

Key Responsibilities:

Develop high-level and detailed solution architectures

Collaborate with business stakeholders, delivery teams, and external partners

Work across multiple concurrent projects, ensuring architectural consistency and alignment with enterprise standards

Provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, from concept through to delivery and transition

Identify and mitigate architectural risks and technical challenges

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging technologies and industry best practices

Support the development of architectural governance and documentation standards

Support day-to-day operations and demonstrate flexibility and adaptability when required

Provide general administrative and practical support

Contribute to continuous improvement

Maintain a proactive and dependable approach

Travel to customer sites and other locations when required

Knowledge, skills and qualifications:

Essential:

Proven experience as a Solution Architect across multiple technology domains and projects

Strong understanding of architectural frameworks, integration patterns, and cloud-native design

Experience with at least one major cloud platform (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP)

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Ability to balance strategic vision with practical implementation constraints

Background in software engineering, infrastructure, or systems design

Desirable:

Relevant certifications (e.g. TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect)

Salary: £75,000 to £95,000 DOE

Benefits: 25 days + 8, pension scheme, training and professional development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, company devices