Solutions Architect in Glasgow

Energy Jobline ZR; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology organisation in Glasgow is seeking a Solutions Architect with a focus on infrastructure and cloud solutions. The successful candidate will design scalable systems, lead technology initiatives, and collaborate with stakeholders. A strong background in Solutions Architecture and experience in outsourced IT environments are essential. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, flexible holidays, and pension contributions.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Health screening

Employee Assistance Programme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Pension contributions up to 10%

Life assurance (10x salary)

Income protection (75% salary)

Qualifications

• Proven background in Solutions Architecture with emphasis on Infrastructure Services and Cloud Platforms.
• Experience working within or alongside outsourced IT service agreements.
• Strong understanding of business outcomes and how technology enables them.
• Comfortable with service management frameworks and delivery optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver scalable infrastructure and cloud solutions aligned with business goals.
• Lead technology change initiatives across infrastructure platforms and service delivery.
• Review and enhance service management models within an outsourced environment.
• Engage with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable technical solutions.

Skills

Solutions Architecture

Infrastructure Services

Cloud Platforms

Service management optimisation

Data integration

Tools

Azure

AWS

GCP

Job description

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Job Description

Solutions Architect – Infrastructure & Cloud Focus

Our client, a leading organisation undergoing significant technology transformation, is seeking a Solutions Architect with a strong bias towards infrastructure and cloud. This is a fantastic opportunity for a well‑rounded architect to play a pivotal role in stabilising and evolving a complex outsourced IT environment.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping future‑state architecture, reviewing service management practices, and driving strategic tech change initiatives. This role requires someone who can bridge the gap between technical delivery and business outcomes, ideally with experience in financial services.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver scalable infrastructure and cloud solutions aligned with business goals.
• Lead technology change initiatives across infrastructure platforms and service delivery.
• Review and enhance service management models within an outsourced environment.
• Engage with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable technical solutions.

Candidate Profile

Essential Experience

• Proven background in Solutions Architecture, with a strong emphasis on Infrastructure Services and Cloud Platforms.
• Experience working within or alongside outsourced IT service agreements.
• Strong understanding of business outcomes and how technology enables them.
• Comfortable with service management frameworks and delivery optimisation.
• Development experience is advantageous.

Desirable

• Exposure to data integration projects.
• Familiarity with Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and ITIL practices.

Team & Environment

The successful candidate will join a small, agile team of architects and engineers, collaborating closely with service managers, delivery leads, and business stakeholders. The environment is fast‑paced, outcome‑driven, and offers the chance to influence strategic direction.

Benefits Package

The role comes with a comprehensive and flexible benefits offering, including:

• Private medical insurance (with options to extend to family)
• Health screening and biennial eye tests
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Cycle to work scheme and green car scheme
• Enhanced family leave and career break options
• Pension contributions up to 10%
• Life assurance (10x salary) and income protection (75% salary)
• Share plans with matched contributions
• Season ticket and emergency loan schemes
• Study support, mentoring, and volunteering opportunities

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