Enterprise Architect (Digital Engineering / Software Engineering)
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Location: Reading, Berkshire
Rate: Up to £91.75/hour
Security clearance: Active SC is mandatory
Overview
We're recruiting for an Enterprise Architect to support digital engineering and software engineering activities across sensitive Ministry of Defence and aerospace programmes . This contract role will focus on integrating a Software Factory solution within a wider Digital Engineering environment-enabling secure, compliant delivery across the full lifecycle, including Digital Thread and Digital Twin outcomes.
What you'll be doing
Own and maintain high-level and low-level designs (HLD/LLD)
Provide technical architecture leadership across people, process, and technology (Software Engineering)
Integrate Software Factory capabilities into the broader Digital Engineering environment
Support architecture governance , security, compliance and Secure by Design principles
Translate enterprise policies/risk requirements into solution design standards , governance models, and compliance frameworks
Lead/author RFIs and RFQs and support supplier engagement
Drive reuse, best practice, innovation and continuous improvement across value streams
Communicate architectural vision, progress, risks and obligations to technical and non-technical stakeholders
What we're looking for (essential)
Active SC clearance (DV desirable)
Strong background in Enterprise / Business Architecture (typically 5+ years)
Defence / aerospace delivery experience (MOD, Defence Digital, primes, or regulated environments)
Architecture framework exposure such as TOGAF / ArchiMate (and/or equivalent)
Experience architecting software development environments xrnqpay across the system engineering lifecycle
Strong stakeholder management with Product Owners, Delivery Managers, Engineers, IT teams, end users, and suppliers
Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Computer Science / Engineering / IT / Maths)
Desirable experience
Microsoft Azure (experience and/or certification)
DevSecOps / CI/CD exposure
Containerisation (e.g., Docker / Kubernetes )
Agile delivery / SAFe
Analytics tooling (e.g., Power BI ), data warehousing concepts
Security certs (e.g., CISSP ) and/or professional recognition (e.g., Chartered Engineer)
Enterprise Architect - Digital Engineering/Software Engineering in Reading employer: Confidential
As a leading employer in the data centre operations sector, we offer an exceptional work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and accountability, while our commitment to safety and operational excellence ensures that you will be part of a team that values your contributions. With opportunities for international travel and the chance to lead critical operations across the EMEA region, this role provides a unique platform for impactful leadership and career advancement.
