Senior Solution Architect

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Public Safety is seeking a Solution Architect in Brighton. The role involves guiding technology delivery standards, leading architectural design for critical services, and collaborating with stakeholders. The successful candidate will have a strong background in cloud technology and ability to manage project risks effectively.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday (option to buy/sell)

4x basic salary life assurance

Flexible benefits tailored to individual needs

Qualifications

• Significant experience in modern, cloud-based technology standards and practices.
• Experience in defining policies and standards for technology delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of architects for technology roadmaps.
• Manage technical project risks and document non-functional requirements.
• Promote architectural vision across business units.

Skills

C++

C#

SQL Server

Windows platforms

Domains / AD

Mitel skills-based routing integration

C coding

SIP protocol

VOIP – RTP / RTCP

latency / jitter management

Tetra network behaviors

3GPP network behaviors

MCX API usage with Softil SDK

Analogue Radio base stations

Telephone PABX functionality

Airwave certification processes

EISEC service

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Job Description

* Due to strict customer security clearance requirements, we can only consider applicants that have lived in the UK for 5 consecutive years or more *

Working within the Public Safety business, you will be responsible for defining the policies and standards that guide technology delivery, possessing significant experience in modern, cloud-based technology standards and practices.

As Solution Architect, you will lead a team of architects and provide architectural design and technology roadmaps for complex Policing and National Security applications supporting high-volume, mission-critical products and services. There will also be opportunities to oversee architectural needs within our Control Room application suites.

You will collaborate with Product Managers, Delivery, and Technical Leads to influence and define a technology roadmap aligning with our commercial and technological goals.

The core aim is to provide technical assurance to ensure successful deployment of NECSWS Public Safety products into clients while safeguarding our commercial interests.

Success in this role requires mediating between stakeholders, explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, and communicating effectively at all levels. An understanding of agile technology delivery and managing high-risk discussions within tight timelines is essential.

The Solution Architect will work with project or programme managers and the architecture team to:

1. Ensure scope documentation is accurate and maintained
2. Identify and manage technical project risks
3. Document non-functional requirements from clients
4. Conduct practical impact assessments with clear scope and use of existing products
5. Identify opportunities for additional product sales

Qualifications

Understanding/awareness of:

• C++
• C#
• SQL Server
• Windows platforms
• Domains / AD
• Mitel skills-based routing integration

Practical knowledge of some or all of:

• C coding
• SIP protocol
• VOIP – RTP / RTCP, latency / jitter management

In-depth knowledge of:

• Tetra network behaviors – specifically Motorola Dimetra
• 3GPP network behaviors – related to Kodiak MCX
• MCX API usage with Softil SDK
• Analogue Radio base stations – VHF, MF
• Telephone PABX functionality
• Airwave certification processes
• EISEC service

The Solution Architect will manage relationships with customer technical staff and support project bids, including technical responses and infrastructure sizing (mainly cloud-based).

This role also involves promoting and leading the architectural vision within the team and across wider business units.

Additional Information

We offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• 25 days paid holiday (option to buy/sell)
• 4x basic salary life assurance (additional options available)
• Flexible benefits tailored to individual needs

Other Information

• Candidates must demonstrate a right to work and travel within the UK; documentation will be required.
• All offers are subject to vetting and checks, including possible DBS clearance.

NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all communities and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. Please share any accessibility needs during the application process.