Technical Architect

Proactive.IT Appointments Limited; Remote; GBP 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organization in the UK is seeking a Technical Architect to join their remote team. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to design and implement secure, enterprise-level applications while ensuring innovation and risk balance. Candidates should have a strong understanding of software architecture principles and experience in delivering complex projects. The position offers a competitive salary and the chance to influence technology strategy in a meaningful way.

Benefits

Fully remote working

Collaborative team environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience in enterprise-level application design.
• Solid understanding of various programming languages and frameworks.
• Desirable experience in a Technical Architect role.

Responsibilities

• Validate solution designs as a member of the Architecture Board.
• Support management of change proposals and architectural documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams from design to deployment.
• Work with technology suppliers on designs and negotiations.
• Build relationships with technical teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Experience designing and implementing secure applications

Understanding of cloud and traditional technologies

Knowledge of software architecture principles

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills

Job description

11371SR3

Technical Architect (Remote, UK)

Up to £51,000| Fully Remote| 35 hours per week

This not-for-profit organisation is undergoing an ambitious digital and data transformation, investing in modern, secure technology to ensure its services remain resilient, scalable, and fit for the future.

They’re now seeking aTechnical Architectto join their Finance and Technology function and play a key role in shaping the organisation’s technology landscape.

Why this role?

As part of a small, highly influential architecture team, you’ll help balancerisk with opportunity, ensuring innovation is delivered safely while protecting mission-critical services. This role offers real autonomy, strategic influence, and the chance to see your work make a meaningful impact.

What you’ll be doing:

• Acting as a member of theArchitecture Board, validating solution designs and ensuring alignment with the wider technology estate
• Supporting the management of change proposals and architectural documentation
• Collaborating with project teams from early design through to build and deployment
• Working with technology suppliers on strategic and tactical designs, complex technical issues, and commercial negotiations
• Building strong day-to-day relationships with technical teams and business stakeholders, translating business needs into effective technical solutions

What they’re looking for:

• Proven experience designing and implementingsecure, enterprise-level applications, systems, or networks
• Strong understanding ofcloud and traditional technologies, with experience across multiple programming languages and frameworks
• Solid knowledge ofsoftware architecture principles, design patterns, and industry best practice
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, including experience engaging with suppliers and supporting negotiations
• Experience in aTechnical Architect(or similar) role delivering complex projects is highly desirable

What’s in it for you?

• Fully remote workinganywhere in the UK
• Salaryup to £51,000
• A collaborative, purpose-driven team that values quality, integrity, and impact
• Opportunities to grow your skills, influence strategy, and work on meaningful, long-term initiatives

Apply now to help shape the technology that supports a vital not-for-profit organisation.

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