Senior Solution Architect - SC Cleared

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Solution Architect with active SC clearance to lead the design and implementation of enterprise solutions. This hybrid contract role offers a daily rate of £650 and focuses on innovative designs in a secure environment, collaborating with various teams, and enhancing public sector transformation. The position is long-term until March 2026, appealing for seasoned professionals in the tech sector.

Benefits

Hybrid model for work-life balance

Long-term project until March 2026

Part of a strategic programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect or similar senior design role.
• Deep understanding of on-prem, hybrid, and cloud architectures.
• Experience designing solutions in secure and regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Design secure, scalable, high-performance architectural frameworks.
• Guide development teams through end-to-end implementation of solutions.
• Mentor junior architects and promote knowledge sharing across teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

TOGAF certification

AWS/Azure Solution Architect certification

Tools

Microservices

Containerisation

Enterprise integration patterns

Job description

Job Description

Contract Opportunity: Senior Solution Architect – SC Cleared

Hybrid: 3 days on-site (London SW1A), 2 days remote

Start: ASAP | Contract until March 2026

Outside IR35 | £650 per day

We’re looking for an experienced and driven Senior Solution Architect with active SC clearance to lead on the design and implementation of enterprise-level solutions in a secure and complex environment.

This is a high-impact role within a forward-thinking organisation, where you’ll architect innovative systems and collaborate across business and technical teams to shape the future of digital delivery.

What You’ll Do

• Design secure, scalable, high-performance architectural frameworks for enterprise systems
• Work with stakeholders to define requirements and translate them into robust technical specifications
• Guide development teams through end-to-end implementation of solutions
• Lead architecture assurance and governance throughout the lifecycle
• Evaluate existing systems and recommend improvements or re-platforming
• Stay current on emerging technologies, patterns, and industry trends
• Present solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Mentor junior architects and promote knowledge sharing across teams

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect or similar senior design role
• Deep understanding of on-prem, hybrid, and cloud architectures
• Familiarity with microservices, containerisation, and enterprise integration patterns
• Experience designing solutions in secure and regulated environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with confidence in stakeholder engagement
• Certifications like TOGAF or AWS/Azure Solution Architect are desirable but not essential

Why Apply?

• Outside IR35
• £650 per day
• Long-term project until March 2026
• Be part of a strategic programme supporting public sector transformation
• Hybrid model offering both autonomy and collaboration

Ready to architect impactful solutions? Apply now or reach out for more details.

This role requires active SC clearance (minimum); DV .

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