solution architect

Core Role Requirements Primary focus: Solution Architect (architecture-led role)   Ownership: Responsible for engineering delivery and overall solution outcomes Acts as a bridge between business, architecture, design, and programme teams Operates in a governance/oversight capacity (supplier-led development environment) Architecture & Engineering Strong solution architecture experience (primary skillset) Ability to translate business needs into working technical solutions Comfortable interpreting and guiding software development teams Software Development Background Deep understanding of software development (hands-on background essential) Must have previously worked at a low-level / detailed engineering level Not required to actively code, but must credibly challenge and guide developers Core Technologies Broad, multi-stack exposure including: .NET ecosystem Databases (relational + NoSQL e.g. Elastic) Cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure) Platforms/infrastructure: Linux Virtualisation Networking Soft Skills & Stakeholder Management Excellent stakeholder engagement skills Strong customer relationship management Effective people management / influencing skills Ability to operate in a high-profile role across multiple workstreams Security Clearance (Critical Requirement) Active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance required – non-negotiable Candidates must: Hold current, transferable DV clearance Have 12 months validity remaining Must evidence current DV clearance at the point of submission. In Summary The ideal candidate is a senior, architecture-first technologist with: Deep hands-on engineering background Broad technical stack knowledge Strong stakeholder and governance capabilities Active DV clearance