Senior Enterprise Architect

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK organization seeks a Senior Enterprise Architect to design and implement innovative technology solutions. This hands-on role involves collaborating across teams and leading architecture strategy, playing a key part in a business undergoing a major digital transformation.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth

Inclusive and values-led culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior architecture roles.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Skilled in Azure and cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a strategic technology blueprint.
• Lead architecture strategy and mentor technical teams.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies.

Skills

Cloud computing

Cybersecurity

Data strategy

Leadership

Communication

Education

Relevant certifications (e.g. TOGAF, Azure Solutions Architect)

Job description

Job Description

A leading UK organisation is seeking a Senior Enterprise Architect to shape the future of its technology landscape (Microsoft). This is an exciting NEW opportunity to join a forward-thinking business undergoing major digital transformation, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer experience.

The Role

As Senior Enterprise Architect, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and future-ready technology solutions. Please note this is a hands-on role. Working across multiple technology teams, you’ll lead architecture strategy, collaborate with business stakeholders, and guide technical teams to deliver impactful solutions aligned with long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a strategic technology blueprint.
• Design architecture frameworks supporting business growth.
• Collaborate across teams to align tech with business needs.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and platforms.
• Lead and mentor technical teams.
• Ensure performance, security, and scalability across systems.
• Build and maintain relationships with external vendors.
• Stay ahead of tech trends and bring innovation into the business.

About You

• Proven experience in senior architecture roles.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Skilled in cloud computing (Azure), cybersecurity, and data strategy.
• Effective leader and communicator, with a collaborative mindset.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. TOGAF, Azure Solutions Architect) are desirable.

Why Apply?

Join a company where you can do meaningful work, contribute to industry innovation, and grow professionally in an inclusive and values-led culture.

Opportunities for growth as part of the company's succession planning

Apply Now

Please send your CV to [e-mail] 07471353279

You must have the permanent right to work in the UK. Our client values and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.