Solutions Architect

This is a free 16 week training course followed by the potential for a role with one of our clients. Title : Solutions Architect Job location : Remote, UK Description : Step into a role as a Solutions Architect with one of our client partners through the Mid-Level Accelerator programme. Overview We are seeking a Solutions Architect to join a high-impact digital transformation project within the public sector. This is a remote-first role requiring candidates to be SC eligible for security clearance . You will operate at a strategic level, defining architectural roadmaps for a complex digital ecosystem while ensuring delivery teams adhere to core technical principles. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Governance Collaboratively define and maintain the  long-term architectural roadmap for digital systems Maintain a holistic view of the service ecosystem to identify  technical dependencies, risks, and opportunities Represent architecture in governance forums, supporting  prioritisation, risk discussions, and assurance reviews Contribute to the development of  architectural patterns, principles, and standards to ensure directorate-wide consistency Design & Technical Oversight Create high-quality architectural artefacts, including  C4/UML diagrams, data flows, and migration pathways Provide expert oversight to ensure services are  robust, secure, scalable, and maintainable Evaluate technology options, assessing impacts across  infrastructure, data, security, and operations Mentor and coach tech leads and senior engineers to support  capability development Stakeholder Engagement Translate complex architectural concepts into clear terms for  senior stakeholders Facilitate alignment between technical and business leaders to balance  strategic direction with delivery needs Champion inclusive working practices and support diversity within engineering roles Candidate Requirements Essential Skills & Experience Architectural Expertise: Significant experience as a technical or solution architect in complex enterprise environments Engineering Foundation: Strong background in modern application architectures, including microservices, APIs, and distributed systems Cloud & Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (ideally AWS ), including Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and security control Security & Resilience: Deep understanding of threat modelling, authentication patterns, and observability Modern Development: Familiarity with languages such as Ruby, Python, or Java , alongside CI/CD, TDD, and containerisation Communication: Exceptional ability to simplify complex topics and build consensus across diverse groups Desirable Attributes Experience with  enterprise ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle E-Business Suite) Knowledge of  UK government digital service standards and assurance processes Familiarity with  Domain-Driven Design (DDD) or event-driven architectural approaches Prior consultancy experience working across multiple product teams or client environments Technical Environment The role involves a mix of modern cloud-native services and legacy enterprise platforms Cloud: AWS (IaaS, PaaS) Tooling: Infrastructure as Code, Git workflows, and Mac-based development environments Frameworks: DDD, TDD, and automated testing 100% FREE LEARNING LINKED TO JOB ROLES Just like all of our courses, the Mid-Level Accelerator is 100% free for all students. There are no secret or hidden fees, no payment upon completion, and no debt. We work with our partner companies to ensure this education is free for all learners. Benefits - vary per client, but are competitive.