Solutions Architect - Digital & Public Services Transformation
A growing digital consultancy working across complex public sector environments is seeking a Technical Architect to support the design and delivery of modern, user-centred digital services.
This role sits at the intersection of architecture, delivery, and stakeholder engagement-ideal for someone who enjoys shaping solutions while working hands-on with multidisciplinary teams.
Please note: Due to the nature of the work, candidates must either hold current SC Clearance or be eligible to obtain SC Clearance .
The Role
As a Technical Architect, you will play a critical role in designing scalable, secure, and user-focused technology solutions for high-impact programmes.
You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them make informed technical decisions while supporting delivery teams to bring architecture to life.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Design
Design end-to-end technical architectures for complex digital services and software solutions
Produce high-quality artefacts including architecture diagrams, models, and technical documentation
Conduct technical assessments and provide clear, practical recommendations
Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned to user needs
Governance & Assurance
Lead architecture through governance processes, ensuring alignment with enterprise, data, and security standards
Review and assure designs from internal teams and client stakeholders
Promote architectural best practices and consistency across delivery
Delivery & Leadership
Lead work-streams or smaller engagements within broader programmes
Contribute to technical road-maps and agile delivery planning
Provide ongoing technical oversight and direction to delivery teams
Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong relationships with stakeholders across business and technology functions
Facilitate architectural decision-making and communicate complex ideas clearly
Translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
Internal Contribution
Support the development of junior team members through mentoring and knowledge sharing
Contribute to bids, proposals, and broader capability development
Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends
About You
Essential Experience
Strong background in designing architecture for complex digital systems
Experience with enterprise systems, APIs/integration, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Proven ability to produce and review architecture artefacts using modelling approaches (e.g. C4, UML, ArchiMate)
Experience working across the full delivery life cycle in agile environments
Strong stakeholder engagement skills across both technical and non-technical audiences
Experience navigating architecture governance and assurance processes
Background working in consulting or client-facing environments
Technology-agnostic approach with a focus on delivering the right outcome
Understanding of user-centred design principles in technical delivery
Desirable
Experience working within public sector or government frameworks and standards
Familiarity with common public sector platforms and assessment models
Experience working in distributed, multidisciplinary teams
Eligibility for or holding security clearance (SC)
Key Skills
Bridging the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strategic thinking and contribution to organisational direction
Systems analysis and architectural problem solving
Governance, assurance, and quality oversight
User-focused solution design
Managing delivery across the full product life cycle
Supporting procurement and supplier discussions
Leading solution architecture aligned with standards and best practice
If you're looking to create and impact in digital services within complex, mission-driven environments while maintaining a high degree of autonomy and influence, this opportunity offers the scope to do both.
Reasonable Adjustments:
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