Solution Architect in Manchester

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to provide technical leadership across a major AI transformation programme spanning both Azure and AWS cloud environments. This role will define the architectural vision, establish reusable AI patterns and ensure solutions are secure, scalable and aligned to enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across multiple AI workstreams.
• Define and govern enterprise AI architecture.
• Design solutions leveraging Azure AI Foundry, Azure OpenAI and AWS Bedrock.
• Establish reusable architecture patterns and frameworks.
• Lead architecture assurance and design reviews.
• Define security, governance and integration strategies.
• Ensure consistency and alignment across AI platforms and services.

Required Experience & Skills

• Extensive experience in cloud solution architecture.
• Strong Azure and AWS architecture expertise.
• Experience designing AI and Large Language Model (LLM) solutions.
• Knowledge of Azure AI Foundry and AWS Bedrock.
• Enterprise integration architecture experience.
• Strong understanding of security, governance and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

This role requires UK Security Check (SC) clearance. Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain SC clearance.

Benefits

Professionals choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group for its reputation as a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that is deeply committed to both innovation and employee development. At UBDS Group, employees are given unique opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects across a diverse range of industries, exposing them to new challenges and learning opportunities that are pivotal for professional growth. The Group’s culture emphasises continuous improvement, offering ample training programs, mentorship, and the chance to gain certifications that enhance their skills and marketability. UBDS Group fosters a collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged, allowing employees to contribute ideas and solutions that have a tangible impact on the company and its clients. This combination of professional development, a culture of innovation, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions makes UBDS Group an attractive place for those looking to advance their careers and be at the forefront of technological and operational excellence.

Employee Benefits

• Training – All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical led, business acumen or methodologies.
• Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality.
• Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance.
• Holiday – You will receive 25 Days holiday, plus 1 day for Birthday and 1 day for your work anniversary in addition to UK bank holidays.
• Electric Vehicle leasing with salary sacrifice.
• Contributed Pension Scheme.
• Death in service cover.

About UBDS Group

At UBDS Group our mission is to support entrepreneurs who are setting new standards with technology solutions across cloud services, cybersecurity, data and AI, ensuring that every investment advances our commitment to innovation, making a difference, and creating impactful solutions for organisations and society.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.