Platform Solution Architect

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Platform Solution Architect

Location:

Bristol, UK ● Corsham, UK

Req #:

1032

Date:

12 March 2025

About us:

We are the Information Intelligence Group (IIG) of CACI UK, a specialist software consultancy providing bespoke solutions to solve complex operational problems. Due to growth within our Defence business, we are seeking an experienced Platform Solution Architect to join a live project within our Defence Team.

Role Location:

Work from any of our 6 UK offices (including Bristol, Cheltenham, London) or from home. The role requires 2-3 days onsite at Corsham on customer site.

The Opportunity:

As an experienced Platform Solution Architect, you will work within our Defence team on a large technology refresh project. You will serve as the technical authority for the platform, leading architecture development and owning design, configuration, and specifications.

You will oversee the full project lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture design, implementation, delivery, training, support, and maintenance.

Responsibilities include:

1. Implementing complex platform solutions including design, development, and testing.
2. Providing technical assurance in partnership with Technical Leads.
3. Drafting technical statements of requirements for platform solutions.
4. Defining and assessing technical architectures, solutions, and business requirements.
5. Producing high- and low-level technical designs and operational models.
6. Ensuring Agile best practices (SCRUM & Kanban) are followed.
7. Supporting customers with technology choices and complex problem-solving.
8. Utilizing a range of technologies, including open-source libraries.
9. Deploying in environments such as AWS, Azure, and private clouds.
10. Managing customer relationships.
11. Maintaining professional development in emerging technologies.
12. Providing leadership and support to delivery team members.

The Fit:

Our Solution Architects work on diverse projects, requiring a proactive attitude. We value continuous learning, technological enthusiasm, and best practices.

Desired Experience:

1. Building Enterprise IT systems in the Defence sector.
2. Defining technical architectures and business requirements.
3. Creating technical statements for cloud-native applications.
4. Producing technical designs at various levels.

Security clearance is required; candidates must be UK citizens and have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.

Why Work for Us?

We offer a culture similar to a small business with the benefits of a large organization, including flexible hours, hybrid working, extensive L&D opportunities, social events, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension and healthcare.

Equal Opportunities:

CACI is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable adjustments during recruitment and supporting individuals with health conditions or disabilities.

Other Details:

• Salary: Salary
• Locations: Bristol, UK; Corsham, UK