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Platform Architect - Corsham _ Defence
iO Associates
Corsham
Hybrid
GBP 60,000 - 100,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player in the defence sector is seeking a skilled Platform Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of complex platform solutions. This role involves working on a large-scale technology refresh programme, where you will be responsible for drafting technical requirements, defining architectures, and producing detailed designs across both private and public cloud environments like Azure and AWS. Join a collaborative and inclusive team culture that emphasizes strong learning and development support, offering a clear path for career growth. If you are a UK national with the necessary security clearance and a passion for impactful technology, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to mission-critical systems.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience in delivering Enterprise IT systems within the UK defence sector.
- Skilled in platform architecture and cloud-native solution design.
Responsibilities
- Lead architectural design and implementation of platform solutions.
- Provide technical guidance to delivery teams and ensure Agile practices.
Skills
Education
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Job description
Platform Solution Architect - Defence Projects
Corsham 2-3 days/week | UK-Wide Hybrid | SC/DV Cleared or UK Nationals Only
Permanent Role
A large-scale technology refresh programme within the defence sector is seeking an experienced Platform Solution Architect to take the lead on designing and delivering complex platform solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead architectural design, configuration, and implementation of platform solutions
Draft detailed technical statements of requirements
Define and assess architectures and business requirements
Produce high and low-level designs, including operating models
️ Work across private and public cloud environments (Azure/AWS)
Provide technical guidance to delivery teams and customers
Ensure Agile delivery practices (Scrum/Kanban) are applied effectively
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Strong experience delivering Enterprise IT systems within the UK defence sector
Skilled in platform architecture and cloud-native solution design
Proficient in creating technical documentation and architectural artifacts
Excellent stakeholder management and technical assurance skills
Must be a UK national with SC or DV clearance (or eligible with 5+ years UK residency)
Perks Include:
Flexible hybrid working model
Strong learning & development support
Collaborative, inclusive team culture
Clear path for career growth
Interested? Let's connect and discuss how you can make an impact on mission-critical systems.
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