Job Description:
Role: Senior Technical Architect
Location: Hybrid (3 days/week onsite in Sheffield, Blackpool, Birmingham, or Newcastle)
Rate: £550 - £600/day (Inside IR35)
Duration: 6 Months
Sector: Public Sector
Opportunity Overview
We are seeking an expert Senior Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale systems across key operational domains (People, Finance, Commercial, or Estates). You will bridge the gap between complex technical strategy and delivery, translating user needs into robust, value-for-money solutions while championing architecture standards at governance forums.
Key Responsibilities
Solution Design: Create enterprise-level architecture patterns using microservices, APIs, event-driven design, and file-based transfers.
SaaS Strategy: Lead Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) product selection, evaluation, and end-to-end implementation.
Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate complex technical designs clearly to non-technical stakeholders and represent solutions at technical governance boards.
Engineering and Delivery: Partner with engineering teams to guide delivery, develop product roadmaps, and systematically reduce technical debt.
Cloud and Governance: Apply public cloud patterns and align design decisions with broader technical strategies.
Essential Experience
Extensive public sector or enterprise-scale background covering People, Finance, Commercial, or Estates functions.
Proven track record in SaaS selection and integration.
Deep technical expertise in microservices, API design, event-driven architecture, and file-based transfers.
Strong public cloud architecture experience.
Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead delivery teams.
£550.00 - £600.00 / day
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