Solutions Architect
Contract
contract
Technology & Internet Services
25 Sep 2025
Swindon
About the job
Role Overview:
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. #4728162 - Aaron Penny
This position is responsible for shaping and guiding the design of technical solutions across a range of digital services. The role ensures that all solutions are aligned with broader architectural principles and meet high standards of quality, consistency, and strategic fit.
Key Objectives:
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining architectural integrity across multiple teams. They will provide oversight on solution design, contribute to governance processes, and help define best practices. The role requires a strong grasp of modern technologies, the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and a hands-on approach to service delivery and strategic planning.
Main Duties:
- Collaborate with technical leads to ensure solution designs adhere to agreed standards.
- Participate in architecture review boards and governance forums.
- Help define and evolve technical standards and reusable patterns.
- Lead or support the design of complex or cross-cutting technical solutions.
- Maintain a working knowledge of technologies such as cloud platforms (e.g., AWS), application development (e.g., Java), data integration, and web services.
- Act as a bridge between business and technical teams, translating requirements into actionable designs.
- Adapt to shifting priorities and contribute directly to delivery when needed.
Reporting Line:
This role reports into the lead for architectural strategy and governance.
Candidate Profile:
Qualifications & Experience:
- Degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field.
- At least 5 years in a senior technical or architecture-focused role.
- Strong familiarity with architectural frameworks (e.g., TOGAF or similar).
- Proven experience in solution design and technical leadership.
- Background in Agile delivery environments, including SCRUM.
- Hands-on development experience in at least one mainstream programming language.
- Experience managing or supporting systems at scale.
Desirable / Essential Skills:
- Formal certification in architecture frameworks.
- Familiarity with DevOps tools (e.g., Git, JIRA, Confluence).
- Exposure to scaled Agile methodologies (e.g., SAFe).
- Practical experience with Java, JavaScript, Python, or similar.
- Data handling skills including SQL and analytics tools.
- Experience in mobile or web application development.
- Cloud infrastructure knowledge, particularly AWS.
- Understanding of working within regulated or highly governed environments.
Core Competencies:
- Decision-Making:
Able to assess complex technical scenarios and make informed decisions, balancing risk and impact. - Strategic Awareness:
Understands how their work contributes to broader organisational goals and can anticipate future needs. - Governance Knowledge:
Familiar with governance processes and capable of ensuring compliance within their area of responsibility. - Vision & Direction:
Able to interpret and apply strategic direction, challenge assumptions, and guide others.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. #4728162 - Aaron Penny
