Defence IT Solution Architect – Hybrid, Bid Leader

Serco; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global public services company in the UK is seeking an IT Solution Architect to lead the development of IT architectures for bids and contracts in the Defence sector. The successful candidate will have strong experience in applications architecture, excellent problem-solving skills, and will ensure solutions align with customer and operational requirements. This role offers a hybrid working model with competitive benefits including annual leave and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

Days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual leave purchase scheme

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Flexible working options

Free onsite parking

Health and wellbeing benefits

Career development training

Company culture focused on diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of applications architecture and Agile methodologies.
• Experience working to MOD / Government IT standards is desirable.
• Be willing to undergo security clearance (BPSS minimum).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of IT architectures based on customer needs.
• Work as part of the Bid Team on technology aspects of solution development.
• Capture and assess requirements for solution components.

Skills

Strong understanding of applications architecture

Proven experience designing IT systems

Excellent problem-solving skills

Collaboration abilities

Communication skills

Education

Architectural qualifications (TOGAF, BCS, or Zachman)

Job description

A global public services company in the UK is seeking an IT Solution Architect to lead the development of IT architectures for bids and contracts in the Defence sector. The successful candidate will have strong experience in applications architecture, excellent problem-solving skills, and will ensure solutions align with customer and operational requirements. This role offers a hybrid working model with competitive benefits including annual leave and a contributory pension scheme.