Principle Application Architect - Cloud Services

SCC; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT services is seeking a Principal Application Architect. This strategic role focuses on the architectural design and development of scalable, reliable software applications in Birmingham. The successful candidate will collaborate with stakeholders and mentor developers while aligning with business goals, offering an attractive salary package, hybrid working, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible benefits scheme

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in application architecture.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design of software applications.
• Oversee the development and implementation of application solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and direction to the development team.

Skills

Application architecture

Proficiency in multiple programming languages

Software development methodologies

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Job description

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Principle Application Architect - Cloud Services, Birmingham

Client: SCC

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 94aae52c7585

Job Views: 5

Posted: 25.06.2025

Expiry Date: 09.08.2025

Job Description:

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Package: £k to £k (Dependent on experience), Company Car/Allowance, plus large company benefits, a broad flexible benefits scheme, and paid volunteering days a year

Hours: am – pm Monday – Friday

Interview Process: 2-stage process

Why SCC?

• An inclusive workplace
• Excellent package: solid basic and company benefits
• Hybrid working & core hours in line with role requirements
• Career development and lifelong learning opportunities
• Opportunity to join Europe's largest privately-owned IT Company

Role purpose:

Strategic leader responsible for the architectural design and development of software applications, ensuring alignment with business/customer goals.

To lead the design, development, and implementation of software development programmes, ensuring they meet business requirements and are scalable, maintainable, and reliable.

You must be able to obtain the Government and/or Police Security levels required in order to meet the operational requirements of the role (no caveats) and as per the requirements stipulated in relevant customer contracts.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the architectural design of software applications
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements
• Oversee the development and implementation of application solutions
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices
• Mentor and guide developers
• Ensure applications are scalable, maintainable, and secure
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies
• Provide technical leadership and direction to the development team including ensuring they are developed in accordance with SCC’s performance development programmes and external qualifications
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation
• Ensure applications meet performance, reliability, and governance standards

Skills and experience:

• Demonstrable experience in application architecture
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Must be able to obtain the Government and/or Police Security levels required in order to meet the operational requirements of the role (no caveats) and as per the requirements stipulated in relevant customer contracts.

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom