Lead Solution Architect

Addition; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Lead Solution Architect to provide architectural leadership and steer digital solutions. The role involves ensuring scalable solutions, mentoring technical teams, and overseeing integration of systems. With an annual budget influence of over £30m, the position offers flexible working arrangements and long-term career growth in a diverse culture. Candidates with strong knowledge in solution architecture, integration, and cloud platforms will thrive.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Long-term career growth

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in solution architecture across complex, multi-system environments.
• Track record of mentoring and developing technical teams.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. TOGAF, ITIL, BCS) would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Providing architectural leadership across multiple projects to ensure robust, scalable solutions.
• Acting as the design authority, overseeing reviews and ensuring compliance with principles and security policies.
• Driving integration of new and existing systems into a cohesive technology landscape.

Skills

Solution architecture

Integration knowledge

Cloud platforms

Stakeholder engagement

Mentoring technical teams

Job description

Lead Solution Architect

Shaping the future of technology within a high-profile organisation, this role is about steering digital solutions that are scalable, secure, and truly aligned with long-term business strategy. As a technical leader, you’ll play a vital part in defining how systems connect and evolve across the enterprise.

Role Overview

• Location: UK (Remote)
• Package: £75,000 + benefits
• Industry: Technology / Engineering

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing architectural leadership across multiple projects to ensure robust, scalable solutions.
• Acting as the design authority, overseeing reviews and ensuring compliance with principles and security policies.
• Driving integration of new and existing systems into a cohesive technology landscape.
• Partnering with senior stakeholders to translate requirements into effective solution designs.
• Mentoring architects and technical leads, embedding best practice across teams.
• Developing and maintaining domain reference architectures and design standards.
• Leading discovery sessions and concept architecture work for key initiatives.

Main Skills Needed

• Proven experience in solution architecture across complex, multi-system environments.
• Strong knowledge of integration, cloud platforms, and enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Ability to lead governance, influence technical direction, and manage trade-offs effectively.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Track record of mentoring and developing technical teams.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. TOGAF, ITIL, BCS) would be advantageous.

What’s in It for You

• Opportunity to lead high-value digital programmes within a major organisation.
• Flexible working options, including part-time arrangements.
• A culture that values diversity, inclusion, and fresh perspectives.
• Long-term career growth with exposure to cutting-edge technology projects.
• Direct influence on shaping enterprise systems and strategies worth £30m+ annually.

Think it could be a fit? We’d love to hear from you.

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