Junior Architect

Job Title : Software Architect Salary : up to circa £80,000 depending on experience
Stevenage, Bristol or Bolton (we may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)
Dynamic (hybrid) working : typically, 3 to 4 days per week on-site, due to workload classification
Security Clearance : As a Software Architect, you will be the author of the full software architecture working with the software delivery teams to define and monitor the Structural and Temporal Architecture including the Internal/External interfaces of the product to meet requirements.
Identify, document and be responsible for the design drivers for the software solution e.g. real-time performance, safety, security, user experience, simplicity, reusability, flexibility.
Define the architecture to a point where the implementation decisions do not affect the integrity of the architecture.

You will also have the opportunity to influence the SE Technology Strategy, Software Product Lines, new technologies, obsolescence, new methods and tools, by considering longer-term architectural strategies by being part of special interest groups and communities of interests.

You would be working with technology that is at the forefront of European missile system design, helping to develop safe, secure and reliable products that customers can depend upon.

Knowledge of modern and established software architecture techniques and design patterns.
Able to provide technical guidance, clearly articulate software architecture solutions and collaborate with software developers.
An advocate for the benefits of key software engineering practices like continuous integration and good design.
Able to assess and communicate the trade-offs between various aspects of a Software Architecture with a focus on design rationale.
An understanding of software abstraction layers and the software stack.
A strong programming background, preferably with experience in more than one language.

Our client is a leading defence organisation who are proud of the role they play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Facilities : Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
Training and Development : Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities