Lead Solution Architect

James Andrews Technology; Grantham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A large technology organization is seeking an experienced Lead Solution Architect to transform its technology landscape. This role involves leading a team of Solution Architects, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals while supporting cloud adoption. You'll own and evolve the architecture framework, chair the Digital Design Authority, and collaborate with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and a background in modern architectural practices, specifically in cloud and automation technologies. This is a hybrid position based in Lincoln.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of enterprise-level architecture and cloud technologies.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of architects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Solution Architects and ensure technical delivery.
• Own and evolve the strategic architecture framework.
• Chair the Digital Design Authority and present designs.

Skills

Strategic influence

Modern architecture practice

Technical leadership

Agile delivery

Job description

Job Description

Lead Solution Architect

Location : Lincoln / Hybrid

Salary : £60,000 £65,000

A large, digitally ambitious organisation is transforming its technology landscape and is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Lead Solution Architect to help drive that change.

If youre motivated by strategic influence, modern architecture practice and delivering meaningful value for communities, this role offers the chance to lead at scale.

About the Role

This senior technical leadership role reports to the Head of Strategy, Architecture & Product. Youll lead a small team of Solution Architects, guide engineering activity across Agile delivery teams, and chair the organisations Digital Design Authority.

Youll define and maintain enterprise-level architecture across a diverse portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while supporting the adoption of cloud, data and automation technologies. The role also includes assuring supplier-led designs and deputising at senior governance boards.

What Youll Be Doing

• Leading a team of Solution Architects and assuring technical delivery
• Owning and evolving the strategic architecture framework and roadmap
• Chairing the Digital Design Authority (DDA)
• Working closely with Product Owners, Business Partners, delivery teams and suppliers

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