Solution Architect (DV / eDV Cleared)

Searchability; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Defence & Security is looking for a Solution Architect to design and deliver secure, scalable systems. The role requires DV or eDV clearance, and you will engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. It offers a competitive salary, up to £15,000 annual bonus, and a hybrid working model. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in Solution Architecture and strong system design skills within the Defence sector.

Benefits

Up to £15,000 annual bonus

Strong career progression

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Active DV or eDV clearance required.
• Proven experience as a Solution Architect on complex technology programs.
• Strong understanding of system design principles and secure architecture.
• Experience designing and building secure systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of end-to-end technical solutions.
• Translate business requirements into robust architectures.
• Guide delivery teams to ensure solutions are secure and scalable.

Skills

Solution Architect

Secure Architecture

Cloud

Java

Python

AWS

Azure

GCP

Systems Design

Engaging stakeholders

Job description

Solution Architect (DV / eDV Cleared)

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

£60,000 – £105,000 base salary + up to £15,000 annual bonus Manchester, London, Cheltenham or Bristol with hybrid working DV or eDV clearance required – work on critical UK Defence & National Security programmes Opportunity to design complex, secure, mission‑critical systems at national scale

ABOUT THE CLIENT

Our client is a leading consultancy operating at the heart of the UK Defence & Security sector, supporting some of the most complex and high‑impact programmes in the country. They are known for delivering secure, scalable technology solutions across large, mission‑critical environments. Due to continued growth across secure programmes, they are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to join their expanding team.

THE BENEFITS

Competitive base salary £60k–£105k Up to £15,000 annual bonus Hybrid working model Exposure to nationally significant Defence & Security programmes Strong career progression and ongoing professional development Supportive, collaborative consulting environment

THE SOLUTION ARCHITECT ROLE

As a Solution Architect, you will lead the design and delivery of end‑to‑end technical solutions across secure Defence and National Security programmes. You’ll work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust architectures, define system designs across multiple views, and guide delivery teams to ensure solutions are secure, scalable and aligned to best practice. This role plays a key part in driving innovation, mitigating technical risk, and ensuring successful delivery in highly regulated environments.

SOLUTION ARCHITECT ESSENTIAL SKILLS

Active DV or eDV clearance Proven experience as a Solution Architect on complex technology programmes Strong understanding of system design principles and secure architecture Experience designing and building secure systems Exposure to one or more of: Java, .NET, Python, JavaScript frameworks Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases Ability to engage with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

TO BE CONSIDERED

Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via [e-mail].
For further information please call 0117 284 0050.
By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS

Solution Architect, Secure Architecture, Defence, National Security, DV Clearance, eDV Clearance, Cloud, AWS, Azure, GCP, Java, .NET, Python, Systems Design, NSD