Digital Solution Architect - AI & Data

Broster Buchanan; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Broster Buchanan is seeking a Digital Solution Architect - AI & Data to lead the design of next-generation, data-driven solutions for major public sector transformation programmes across the UK and internationally. This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working in Solihull, Hook, or London, with a salary of £75,000 to £110,000 plus benefits.

You will work at the intersection of innovation, architecture, and commercial strategy, partnering with senior government leaders and global

Qualifications

• Lead digital, data, or AI solution architectures for major public sector/transformation programmes.
• Engage at executive levels, shaping opportunities with senior stakeholders.
• Balance innovation with practical delivery and measurable value.

Responsibilities

• Lead solution design for strategic public sector bids embedding AI, cloud, and data capabilities.
• Engage CXO/Director level to shape opportunities from concept to bid submission.
• Collaborate with technology partners to ensure architectural integrity and ethical AI practices.

Skills

Digital solution architecture

AI & Data

Executive engagement

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering/Data Science

Tools

AWS Solutions Architect

Microsoft Certified

Data governance certification

Job description

Our client is a forward-thinking consulting firm reshaping how governments deliver digital services. They're seeking a Digital Solution Architect - AI & Data to lead the design of next-generation, data-driven solutions for major public sector transformation programmes across the UK and internationally. This is a permanent, full-time role based on a hybrid model (home, plus offices in Solihull, Hook, or London), offering £75,000 to £110,000 plus benefits. You'll work at the intersection of innovation, architecture, and commercial strategy, partnering with senior government leaders and global technology partners to craft solutions that genuinely improve citizen outcomes.

• Lead solution design for strategic public sector bids, embedding AI, cloud, and data capabilities to drive measurable improvements in service delivery
• Engage and influence at CXO and Director level, shaping opportunities and driving user-centric problem-solving from concept through to bid submission
• Collaborate with leading technology partners (AWS, Microsoft, Google, ServiceNow) and delivery teams to ensure architectural integrity, ethical AI practices, and commercial viability

Preferred Requirements

• Proven experience leading digital, data, or AI solution architectures for major public sector or complex transformation programmes
• Strong understanding of government digital, data, and AI strategies (GDS, CDDO, NHS, MoD, or international equivalents)
• Demonstrated ability to engage confidently at executive level, shaping opportunities alongside senior stakeholders
• Deep technical curiosity combined with commercial awareness - you balance innovation with practical delivery and measurable value
• Commitment to responsible and ethical AI, with an understanding of how emerging technologies reshape service delivery across domains

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a related technical discipline
• Professional certification in solution architecture, cloud platforms, or data governance (e.g. AWS Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified, or equivalent)
• Background in public sector digital transformation, government technology programmes, or regulated environments