Senior Solution Architect: Cloud & Modernisation (UK)

Leidos LLC; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

33 days Annual Leave

Flexible benefits

Flexible Working Scheme

Job summary

Leidos UK & EUROPE is seeking a Solution Architect to shape differentiated solutions for UK programmes, proposals, and R&D projects. You will work with BD, R&D, and SMEs to articulate value, demonstrate transformation strategies, and guide proofs of concept across large-scale modernization efforts.

You will lead with technical breadth in cloud, data science, and software delivery, mentoring teams and partnering with operations and CTOs to strengthen programs and pursue new business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience leading technical teams and managing large programs.
• Strong knowledge of Cloud, data science, and software delivery.
• Proven ability to support government mission IT design and modernization.

Responsibilities

• Identify roadmaps to improve mission enterprise capabilities and growth.
• Establish best practices for digital modernization including cloud and microservices.
• Support business development with technical solutions and proposals.
• Mentor architects and review vendor technology solutions.
• Engage with customers to explain value and transformation strategies.
• Assess competitor capabilities and improve offerings.

Skills

Leadership experience

Cloud & data science

Government IT design

Contract performance

Innovation in programs

Industry awareness

Solution architect roles

Talent development

Stakeholder communication

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in CS or Engineering

Job description

Leidos UK & EUROPE is seeking a Solution Architect to shape differentiated solutions for UK programmes, proposals, and R&D projects. You will work with BD, R&D, and SMEs to articulate value, demonstrate transformation strategies, and guide proofs of concept across large-scale modernization efforts.

You will lead with technical breadth in cloud, data science, and software delivery, mentoring teams and partnering with operations and CTOs to strengthen programs and pursue new business opportunities.