IT Solutions Architect in Leeds

IT Solutions Architect in Leeds

Leeds Full-Time 70000 - 90000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Polypipe Group

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and deliver innovative tech solutions for a sustainable built environment.
  • Company: Join Genuit Group, a growing FTSE 250 business with global ambitions.
  • Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, life assurance, and matched pension contributions.
  • Other info: Dynamic culture focused on trust, innovation, and career development.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability while shaping the future of construction.
  • Qualifications: Experience in solution architecture and strong communication skills required.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.

At Genuit Group, we are focused on creating a more sustainable built environment. This means increasing resilience as buildings adapt to the challenges of climate change, while also reducing the impact the built environment has on the environment.

As a growing FTSE 250 business with global ambitions, Genuit offers the opportunity to work across multiple construction sectors within the Group and be part of shaping the future direction of the organisation.

We are seeking a high-calibre IT Solution Architect to design and deliver innovative technology solutions that drive operational efficiency, scalability and long-term value.

The Opportunity

  • Lead the design of integrated, enterprise-level solutions
  • Influence strategic technology decisions across the organisation
  • Ensure alignment with architecture standards, security principles and regulatory compliance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external suppliers to deliver impactful change

Key Responsibilities

  • Translate complex business requirements into clear technical designs
  • Produce high-quality architecture artefacts and documentation
  • Assess risks, dependencies and solution trade-offs
  • Drive end-to-end solution design across applications, data, infrastructure and cloud
  • Ensure interoperability, scalability, resilience and security-by-design
  • Support project delivery and transition into live service

About You

  • Proven experience in solution architecture or similar senior technical roles
  • Strong understanding of enterprise systems integration and data flows
  • Experience working within governance and architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF, ITIL, NIST, ISO)
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences
  • A proactive, analytical and solution-oriented mindset

Additional Information

  • Travel to UK sites required
  • Full UK driving licence essential

Our Benefits

  • Entitled to 25 days holiday
  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • Life Assurance x3 of annual salary
  • Pension contribution matched up to 8%
  • Save as you earn Genuit Sharesave scheme

Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.

Our people are central to us which is why we’re passionate about building a culture of trust and innovation. We operate a decentralised business model where each Genuit Business attracts, nurtures, and retains local talent, becoming experts in their field. It is our people who will ensure that our success is sustainable, supporting each other and being flexible and responsive to the demands of our customers and the marketplace.

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IT Solutions Architect in Leeds employer: Polypipe Group

Polypipe Group is an excellent employer that prioritises operational excellence and continuous improvement, making it an ideal workplace for those passionate about engineering leadership. Located in Manthorpe, employees benefit from a collaborative work culture that encourages innovation and professional growth, alongside opportunities to lead impactful CAPEX projects. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of engineering.

Polypipe Group

Contact Details:

Polypipe Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace IT Solutions Architect in Leeds

Solution Architecture
Enterprise Systems Integration
Data Flows
Governance Frameworks (e.g. TOGAF, ITIL, NIST, ISO)
Technical Design
Risk Assessment
End-to-End Solution Design