Job Description
Software Architect - AWS/Apache Kafka Outside IR35 Due to the nature of the role an Active SC clearance is required, preferrable you will hold NPPV3 clearance What you will do as a Technical / Software Architect
- Design and maintain secure, scalable, and resilient software architectures aligned to customer needs and engineering lifecycle processes.
- Define and evolve architectures that balance customer needs, enterprise principles, and secure-by-design standards.
- Contribute to product roadmaps, identifying opportunities for technology insertion and innovation.
- Support business winning, including solution strategy, bids, and proposal development. What you'll bring:
- Strong technical expertise in software architecture and engineering across multiple phases of the product lifecycle.
- Experience designing and delivering software systems in complex environments (e.g. cloud-native, embedded, distributed systems).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within IPTs, solving moderately complex problems.
- Effective communication skills, including the ability to explain software concepts to non-technical audiences. Core areas (must have):
- Demonstrated experience in software architecture and engineering delivery within a defined discipline.
- Knowledge of software design patterns.
- Understanding of secure-by-design principles and cyber security standards.
- Experience working in Agile or SAFe environments.
- Demonstrated experience with software lifecycle management, CI/CD, and DevSecOps practices.
- Technical capabilities with Apache Kafka, AWS Architecture, Human Interface Design, Software Architecture, Software Performance
Desirable:
- Familiarity with service design, operational transformation, and digital modernisation
- Industry certifications (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker).
- Experience with cloud-native design, microservices, and automation.
- Experience contributing to technology roadmaps or capability development.
- ASP.NET/ASP.NET C#/ Bid writing/Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS)
Software Architect in Bristol employer: Morson Edge
As a leading player in the Energy Sector, our company offers an exceptional work environment in Bridgwater, Somerset, where you can thrive as a Welding / NDT Field Engineer. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative culture that prioritises employee growth and development, alongside competitive daily rates and the potential for contract extensions until December 2026. Join us to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the energy industry.
