Lead Solution Architect / Lead Infrastructure Engineer

Logiq; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Solution Architect to provide technical leadership and expertise in solution architecture. You will ensure the integrity of complex solutions across various programs and maintain alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in defining technical solutions and excels in a collaborative environment. This role includes competitive benefits and a commitment to professional growth for employees. Flexible working arrangements are also available.

Benefits

10% Discretionary Bonus

Very competitive Pension Scheme

Access to EV Scheme

Access to Private Health Care

Flexible Working

Fantastic Company Culture

10 additional paid leave days for reservists

Qualifications

• Proven experience defining and maintaining technical solutions for large-scale programmes.
• Deep understanding of technology principles across diverse contexts.
• Expertise in core IT domains: Cloud, Infrastructure & Networks, Applications, Data, ITSM, Cyber Security, and Automation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and solution architecture expertise across all aspects of programme delivery.
• Act as the technical authority for the programme, ensuring architectural integrity and compliance throughout delivery.
• Define and sustain the programme’s technical vision, ensuring alignment with business goals and emerging requirements.

Skills

Technical leadership

Solution architecture

IT domains expertise

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Lead Solution Architect

As the Lead Solution Architect, you will provide technical leadership and solution architecture expertise across all aspects of programme delivery. This pivotal role ensures the integrity and success of complex solutions within a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment.

Why Join Us?

• Work on impactful projects that drive efficiency and innovation across diverse sectors.
• Access professional development pathways tailored to your career ambitions.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a competitive benefits package.

What the team say

“At Logiq, I love being part of a team that thrives on exciting, fast-paced projects in complex environments. We focus on delivering real value rather than getting bogged down by unnecessary processes. The collaborative culture encourages initiative and empowers me to make impactful decisions, with support always available when I need it. I also feel supported in my project work and career development, with plenty of opportunities to enhance my skills and take on new challenges. Logiq’s investment in its people ensures I have both the tools and encouragement to achieve my goals.”

As someone with a challenging home life, including children with additional needs, the hybrid working model has been invaluable. Logiq treats me as a professional, trusting me to manage my work, projects, and outputs while balancing my family commitments. The flexibility to adapt my schedule for school runs and care needs, combined with a supportive team and rewarding work, makes this a truly unique place to grow and succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Assurance & Oversight
• Act as the technical authority for the programme, ensuring architectural integrity and compliance throughout delivery.
• Design Ownership
• Maintain all High-Level Design (HLD) artefacts and client-facing architecture materials, ensuring clarity and alignment with programme objectives.
• Change Leadership
• Serve as the solution lead for all customer-driven Change Requests, assessing impact and guiding design evolution.
• Technical Strategy & Roadmap
• Define and sustain the programme’s technical vision, ensuring alignment with business goals and emerging requirements.
• Collaborative Delivery
• Work closely with programme leadership including the Delivery Managers, Lead Architects and Consultants, and Service & Security Leads to successfully drive successful execution.
• Trusted Advisor
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customer technical and programme leadership, acting as a strategic partner to align objectives and outcomes.

Role Context

You will join Logiq’s Secure Solution Delivery team, contributing to both programme delivery and broader solution innovation. This includes :

• Peer reviews and technical assurance
• Input into R&D initiatives and white papers
• Knowledge sharing through team briefings and technical exchanges

Scope of Impact

The Lead Solution Architect leads solution planning and technical governance across :

• Hardware, software, and network design
• Development, integration, and verification & validation
• End-to-end delivery

Core Duties

• Conduct systems requirements analysis, functional and timeline analysis, trade studies, and interface definition.
• Provide technical management, integration oversight, and quality assurance.
• Influence solution development to meet programme goals.
• Recommend innovative technical solutions and approaches.
• Lead technical teams where deliverables have significant impact.
• Resolve complex technical challenges through conceptual and analytical reasoning.
• Communicate effectively with executive stakeholders on matters critical to programme success.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience defining and maintaining technical solutions for large-scale programmes.
• Deep understanding of technology principles across diverse contexts.
• Expertise in core IT domains: Cloud, Infrastructure & Networks, Applications, Data (including AI / ML), ITSM (ITIL), Cyber Security, and Automation.
• Ability to design and deliver complex, mission-critical systems within time and budget constraints.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage senior stakeholders and lead technical teams.
• Experience conducting technical solution reviews for major programmes and bids.

Other Information

Logiq is committed to investing in people, offering a clear progression pathway into our consultancy service, and we will passionately support professional growth to develop our employees.

Flexible working is available, including part‑time / term‑time patterns. All suggestions are welcomed and will be discussed as part of a proposed employment package.

Logiq is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace. Our commitment is to ensure equal opportunities for all in both employment and career advancement. We base our decisions on individual merit, qualifications, and suitability for the role, without regard to gender, age, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, disability, race, religion, or national background.

Logiq proudly welcomes applications from Reservists, Veterans, and Cadet Force Adult Volunteers as part of our Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme commitments.

Benefits Include :

• 10% Discretionary
• Very competitive Pension Scheme
• Access EV Scheme
• Access to Private Health Care
• Flexible Working
• Fantastic Company Culture
• 10 days additional paid leave for reservists and CFAV
• Bonus payments are discretionary and awarded upon successful completion of probation.