Enterprise Architect

ZipRecruiter; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to shape digital transformation efforts. This hybrid role focuses on designing cloud-first solutions to modernize systems, drive data-driven decision making, and enable seamless integration across teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering and cloud architecture, with relevant certifications. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Salary up to £95,000 depending on experience

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private healthcare

Pension scheme with 5% contributions

Profit share and performance bonus

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Life assurance

Electric car scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Enterprise or Solutions Architect in a digital/professional services environment.
• Strong background in cloud architecture and data integration.
• Knowledge of event-driven architectures.
• Experience in agile, product-led teams.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement cloud-first solutions across platforms.
• Lead technology strategy to align with business goals.
• Enable data-driven business through BI and data solutions.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate to ensure seamless integration.

Skills

Cloud architecture (Azure)

Software engineering

Data integration

DevSecOps

User experience passion

Confident communication

Education

Certifications like TOGAF or Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

BI and data tools

Job description

Job Description

Are you a visionary Enterprise Architect ready to shape the future of digital transformation in a leading professional services firm?

The Role:

We're working with a prestigious professional services firm undergoing a major technology evolution. They're seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to lead the design and delivery of innovative, scalable solutions that modernise legacy systems, reduce technical debt, and empower their employees to deliver world-class services.

You'll work closely with internal stakeholders, external clients, technical teams, and third-party suppliers to deliver cutting-edge solutions that drive competitive advantage. It's broad role, spanning software development, infrastructure and Business Intelligence / Data, so we're looking for a blend of experience across these areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and implement modern, cloud-first solutions (Azure) across internal and client-facing platforms.




• Lead the firm's technology strategy, aligning architecture with long-term business goals.




• Enable the business to become data-driven through the design and delivery of BI and data solutions




• Champion innovation and foster a culture of continuous improvement.




• Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless integration and user-centric design.




• Stay ahead of emerging tech trends and bring fresh ideas to the table.

Working Arrangements:

• This is a hybrid role, where you'll work from any of the firm's regional offices 3 days per week (there is one in Cambridge), with regular travel to Ipswich to collaborate with key stakeholders including the CTO (expenses-paid).

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience as an Enterprise or Solutions Architect in a digital/professional services environment.




• Strong background in software engineering, cloud architecture (Azure), data integration, and DevSecOps.




• Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric, BI and data tools, and event-driven architectures.




• Confident communicator with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse stakeholders.




• Experience in agile, product-led teams and a passion for user experience.




• Certifications such as TOGAF or Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect are desirable.




• Bonus: Understanding of security, compliance, and governance in regulated environments.

Benefits Include:

• Salary up to £95,000 depending on experience




• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)




• Private healthcare




• Pension scheme with 5% employer and 5% employee contributions




• Profit share and performance bonus scheme




• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave




• Life assurance




• Electric car scheme




• Subsidised gym membership




• And more!

Please Note: This is a permanent role for UK only. This role does not offer Sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. Some of our roles may be subject to successful background checks including a DBS and Credit Check.

Tenth Revolution Group / Nigel Frank are the go-to recruiter for Power BI and Azure Data Platform roles in the UK, offering more opportunities across the country than any other. We're the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, and the London Power BI User Group. To find out more and speak confidentially about your job search or hiring needs, please contact me directly at [e-mail]