Enterprise/Solution Architect

Randstad Technologies Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Technologies Recruitment is seeking an experienced Interim Enterprise/Solution Architect to provide strategic leadership and maintain delivery momentum. The role focuses on shaping target state architecture, data modeling, and hands-on relational database work, while bridging business, technology, and data stakeholders.

The incumbent will collaborate with product and data leaders, ensure governance, and deliver high-quality artifacts to enable a smooth transition to the permanent

Qualifications

• Proven track record in enterprise/solution/technology architecture within agile/product environments.
• Strong background in target state architecture design and relational database/schema design.
• Ability to hit the ground running, document key decisions, and deliver high-quality artifacts for continuity.

Responsibilities

• Define the Future: shape target state architecture, capabilities, and roadmaps aligned with business goals.
• Hands-on Data Architecture: lead relational DB schema design, data modeling, and data migration strategies.
• Maintain Continuity: provide interim architectural oversight, establish governance guardrails, ensure handover to permanent Enterprise Architect.
• Bridge the Gap: collaborate with product, delivery, and data teams to align business and technical decisions.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Solution architecture

Data modeling

Relational DB design

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Enterprise / Solution Architect (Interim)

Location: Hybrid | Type: Contract in London or Sheffield

We are looking for an experienced Interim Enterprise/Solution Architect to step in, provide strategic leadership, and keep delivery moving for a leading organization in the financial/development space.

In this role, you'll work closely with product, delivery, and data leaders to help turn strategic priorities into practical business and technology outcomes. A key part of your focus will involve designing target state architecture and working hands-on with relational database design and data modeling.

What you'll do:

• Define the Future: Shape and design target state architecture, capabilities, and roadmaps aligned with business goals.
• Hands-on Data Architecture: Lead relational DB schema design, data modeling, and data migration strategies.
• Maintain Continuity: Provide interim architectural oversight, establish clear governance guardrails, and ensure a seamless handover to the permanent Enterprise Architect.
• Bridge the Gap: Work across cross-functional product and discovery teams, facilitating consensus between business, technology, and data stakeholders.

What we're looking for:

• Proven Track Record: Deep experience in enterprise, solution, or technology architecture within agile/product environments.
• Core Technical Expertise: Strong background in target state architectural design and relational database schema design.
• Interim Leadership: Ability to hit the ground running, document key decisions, and leave behind clear, high-quality deliverables for continuity.
• Great Communicator: Comfortable translating complex technical options to non-technical stakeholders and guiding high-level decision-making.

Nice to Have:

• TOGAF, AWS/Azure/GCP certifications, or SAFe framework experience.