Technical Architect- SC Cleared

TRIAD GROUP PLC; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare with Bupa

Gym membership support

25 days annual leave

Pension contributions 5%

Udemy Business courses

Job summary

Triad Group Plc is a leading digital, data, and solutions consultancy with over 35 years in the UK market. We are seeking a Technical Architect to design robust, scalable solutions for clients while championing best practices in architecture and delivery.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, drive technical decisions, and ensure alignment with business goals, using cloud platforms and modern development practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant area.
• Willing and eligible to achieve SC clearance; UK resident for >=5 years.

Responsibilities

• Design robust, scalable technology solutions for clients.
• Provide technical guidance across implementation lifecycle.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and development teams to align tech with business goals.
• Identify risks and ensure security compliance.
• Lead reviews to continuously improve systems.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Leadership

Communication

Security

Agile

C# .NET Core

MVC frameworks

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

University degree or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

EF Core

Hibernate

ASP.NET Core MVC

Spring MVC

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Job description

Based at client locations, working remotely, or based in our Godalming or Milton Keynes offices.

Up to £80k plus excellent company benefits.

About Us

Triad Group Plc is an award‑winning digital, data, and solutions consultancy with over 35 years’ experience primarily serving the UK public sector and central government. We deliver high‑quality solutions that make a real difference to users, citizens and consumers.

At Triad, collaboration thrives, knowledge is shared, and every voice matters. Our close‑knit, supportive culture ensures you’re valued from day one. Whether working with cutting‑edge tech or shaping strategy for national‑scale projects, you’ll be trusted, challenged, and empowered to grow.

We nurture learning through communities of practice and encourage creativity, autonomy, and innovation. If you’re passionate about solving meaningful problems with smart and passionate people, Triad could be the place for you.

• Glassdoor score of 4.5
• 92% of our staff would recommend Triad to a friend
• 100% CEO approval

See for yourself some of the work that makes us all so proud:

• Helping law enforcement with secure intelligence systems that keep the UK safe
• Supporting the UK’s national meteorological service in leveraging supercomputers for next‑level weather forecasting
• Assisting the British government department that is responsible for the safety of consumer products, with systems to track unsafe products
• Powering systems that help the government monitor and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from commercial transport

Role Summary

Triad is seeking a Technical Architect to take a leading role in designing robust, scalable, and innovative technology solutions for our clients. You will work closely with stakeholders and development teams to ensure the alignment of technology with business goals, while championing best practices in architectural design and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with development teams, system administrators, and stakeholders to integrate solutions.
• Provide technical guidance throughout the implementation lifecycle.
• Partner with project managers to ensure successful and timely delivery of projects.
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with security protocols and standards.
• Conduct reviews to improve and optimize existing systems.

Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of cloud computing platforms, enterprise architecture, and integration patterns.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and influence technical discussions.
• Proven experience as a Technical Architect or similar role.
• In‑depth knowledge of system design, software architecture, and development methodologies.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Expertise in architectural design, data pipelines, cloud platforms, and API development.
• Knowledge of microservices and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with security best practices and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies.
• Experience with SOLID principles and application architecture design.
• Proficiency in C# (.NET Core).
• Experience with ORM frameworks (EF Core, Hibernate).
• Proficiency in MVC frameworks (ASP.NET Core MVC, Spring MVC).
• Experience with Git and version control best practices.

Qualifications & Certifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification related to the area you work in – Desirable.
• Due to the nature of this position, you must be willing and eligible to achieve a minimum of SC clearance. To be eligible, you must have been a resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years and have the right to work in the UK.

Triad’s Commitment to You

• Continuous Training & Development: Access to top‑rated Udemy Business courses.
• Work Environment: Collaborative, creative, and free from discrimination.
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Matched pension contributions (5%).
• Private healthcare with Bupa.
• Gym membership support or Lakeshore Fitness access.

What Our Colleagues Have to Say

Please see for yourself on Glass Door and our “Day in the Life” videos at the bottom of our Careers Page.

Our Selection Process

After applying for the role, our in‑house talent team will contact you to discuss Triad and the position. If shortlisted, you will be invited for:

• A Technical Test
• A Technical interview with a Technical Architect
• A Cultural Interview with a member of the Management Team

We aim to complete interviews and progress candidates to offer stage within 2-3 weeks of the initial conversation.

Other information

Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief.

We are proud that our recruitment process has been recognised as inclusive and accessible to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for any role. We are a signatory on the Tech Talent Charter that aims to bring industries and organisations together to drive greater inclusion and diversity in technology roles, in addition, as a Disability Confident Leader.