Strategic Solution Architect: Build Secure, Scalable Solutions

SAGA PLC; Sandgate; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension matched up to 10%

Annual bonus up to 5%

Life assurance 4x salary

Wellbeing programme

Colleague discounts

Saga Academy learning platform

Job summary

Saga plc seeks a Solution Architect to define end-to-end architectures aligned with business objectives and technology strategy. You will produce architectural artefacts, ensure secure and scalable solutions, and guide decisions across governance forums.

The role requires TOGAF exposure, Azure experience, and a background in hybrid delivery environments. You will partner with business leaders and technology teams, turning ambitious ideas into practical technology solutions while adhering to

Qualifications

• Experience in technical analysis of complex systems.
• Familiar with EA frameworks including TOGAF.
• Exposure to Azure and DevOps tooling.
• Understanding of system integration design.
• Knowledge of route-to-live and environment requirements.
• Ideally a degree in Technology or Engineering.
• Experience in agile, product-led, or hybrid delivery environments.

Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end solution architectures aligned with business goals and architectural standards.
• Produce and maintain solution architecture artefacts and deployment models.
• Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and cost-effective throughout their lifecycle.
• Evaluate technology options and provide design recommendations based on risk and value.
• Review designs through governance processes and manage architectural risks.

Skills

Technical analysis

TOGAF

Azure

DevOps tooling

System integration design

Architectural governance

Hybrid delivery

Stakeholder communication

Education

Degree in Technology or Engineering

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

Cloud security

Job description

Saga plc seeks a Solution Architect to define end-to-end architectures aligned with business objectives and technology strategy. You will produce architectural artefacts, ensure secure and scalable solutions, and guide decisions across governance forums.

The role requires TOGAF exposure, Azure experience, and a background in hybrid delivery environments. You will partner with business leaders and technology teams, turning ambitious ideas into practical technology solutions while adhering to