DTS Solutions Architect

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working hours

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) in Sheffield is recruiting a DTS Solutions Architect for a fixed-term 9-month contract. The role is hybrid, based at the Sheffield Head Office, with 37 hours per week and reporting to Rebecca Roe.

Salary ranges £51,357–£54,495 per year. The post involves leading technology design across major transformation programmes, including bus franchising and digital platform modernisation, ensuring secure, scalable and future-ready solutions for residents

Responsibilities

• Shape technology that supports one of the UK's largest public transport transformation programmes.
• Influence strategic technology decisions and future digital investment across the organisation.
• Design innovative cloud, data and integration solutions that connect services, systems and people.
• Work with senior leaders and stakeholders to solve complex organisational challenges through technology.
• Help create the digital foundations that will support future growth and transformation across South Yorkshire.

Job description

DTS Solutions Architect

Application Deadline: 1 November 2026

Department: Digital & Technology Services

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Sheffield Head Office

Reporting To: Rebecca Roe

Compensation: £51,357 - £54,495 / year

Description

• Hours: 37 hours per week (full time) Part time will also be considered
• Contract: Fixed Term – 9 months (with potential for extension)
• Salary: Grade 11 – £51,357 to £54,495
• Location: Sheffield (This is a hybrid role)

Shaping the Future of South Yorkshire Through Technology

At the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA), we're delivering one of the most ambitious transformation programmes in the region's history.

From the introduction of bus franchising, which will transform public transport across South Yorkshire, to modernising our digital platforms, improving customer experiences, harnessing the power of data and building technology ecosystems that support thousands of residents every day, we're investing heavily in our digital future.

This is a rare opportunity to join our Digital and Technology Services team at a pivotal moment. As a Solutions Architect, you'll help design and shape technology that underpins major regional services and programmes, influencing how we deliver transport, economic growth, housing, skills and public services for years to come.

You'll join a forward-thinking organisation where technology is recognised as a strategic enabler, not simply a support function. With significant investment underway, a growing architecture capability and some of the most exciting public sector technology challenges in the country, there's never been a better time to join us.

About the role

This is far more than a traditional architecture role.

You will play a leading role in defining the technology solutions that support major transformation programmes, including our landmark Bus Franchising Programme, helping to create seamless experiences for customers while ensuring the technology behind the scenes is secure, scalable and fit for the future.

Working across business, data, cyber security, delivery teams and external partners, you'll bring together complex technologies into coherent, end-to-end solutions that make a real-world difference.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Shape technology that supports one of the UK's largest public transport transformation programmes.
• Influence strategic technology decisions and future digital investment across the organisation.
• Design innovative cloud, data and integration solutions that connect services, systems and people.
• Work with senior leaders and stakeholders to solve complex organisational challenges through technology.
• Help create the digital foundations that will support future growth and transformation across South Yorkshire.

About you

You'll be equally comfortable discussing strategic outcomes with senior stakeholders as you are exploring technical solutions with delivery teams.

You enjoy seeing the bigger picture, bringing people together around a shared vision and turning complexity into clear, practical solutions. Most importantly, you'll be motivated by the opportunity to use technology to deliver meaningful change at scale.

We're looking for someone who:

• Brings curiosity, innovation and a passion for continuous improvement.
• Builds trusted relationships and can influence across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Thrives in complex environments where collaboration and problem-solving are essential.
• Can balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery and tangible outcomes.
• Enjoys being part of transformational programmes where technology has a visible impact on customers and communities.

Why Join SYMCA?

At SYMCA, you'll have the opportunity to work on programmes that genuinely matter. Few organisations can offer the chance to influence regional transport reform, build large-scale digital services and help shape the future of an entire city region all at the same time.

In return, we offer:

• Meaningful work with tangible impact on the lives of over 1.4 million people across South Yorkshire.
• The opportunity to contribute to the landmark Bus Franchising Programme and wider regional transformation initiatives.
• Flexible and hybrid working to support a healthy work-life balance.
• A supportive and collaborative culture where new ideas are welcomed and encouraged.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development, growth and career progression.

Benefits

All colleagues have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme and the chance to be part of an organisation where you can really make a difference. Located in Sheffield City Centre, we are well-placed for transport links and encourage employees to take advantage of the active travel facilities. Work/life balance is extremely important to us here at SYMCA with our recognised family/friendly policies, genuine work flexibility, recognition, and shared success.

In addition to the above, some of our benefits include -

• Holiday Entitlement – From 28 to 36 days annual leave entitlement (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays. Pro-rata for part time colleagues.
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme – The ability to purchase up to a further 15 days per year in addition to your normal annual leave.
• Hybrid working – Our offices are a space where we come together and collaborate. Most of our roles are offered on a hybrid basis with the exception of some support roles being onsite full time. Please note, unless specified within the job advert, we cannot accommodate remote working contracts.
• Flexible Hours Scheme – Most roles within SYMCA work under the Flexi-Scheme which allows office-based employees’ flexibility and discretion over their working hours. Under the scheme employees can accrue a defined amount of credit or debit of working hours, and to take time-off in the form of Flexi-Leave or banked Annual Leave.
• Rewarding You - Reducing everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more with Reward Gateway and Cycle-to-Work schemes.
• Training on the job - Support with upskilling skills through on-the-job training and qualifications.
• Professional Membership Fees – Where membership to Professional bodies is applicable to your role, SYMCA will reimburse your membership fees where applicable and following approval by Line Management.
• Diversity at South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority

Our workforce is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

All employees are eligible to request Flexible Working arrangements from day one of employment as such all requests will be considered subject to operation requirements.

Where candidates share disabilities within the application process, if they demonstrate that they meet all essential criteria from the Role Profile within their application, they will automatically be invited to interview.

If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the process, please contact [e-mail] or include within your application form detailing the adjustment and how it will assist in managing any barriers.