Lead Solutions Architect

2 weeks ago

Lincolnshire England, United Kingdom James Andrews Technology Full time £60,000 - £66,000 per year

Lead Solution Architect

£60,000 - £66,000 | Lincoln / Hybrid

A large public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Lead Solution Architect to drive digital transformation and shape technical architecture capabilities.

The Role

Report to the Head of Architecture, leading a team of Solution Architects and chairing the Digital Design Authority (DDA). You'll define enterprise-level solution architecture across diverse services, including Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform, and cloud-native tools.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor Solution Architects across multiple Agile teams
  • Develop and maintain strategic architecture frameworks and roadmaps
  • Chair the DDA and govern architecture decisions
  • Deliver scalable, secure solutions aligned with business needs
  • Provide technical assurance of third-party designs
  • Support governance, cyber resilience, and cloud optimisation
  • Champion modern, product-based service delivery

Essential Requirements

  • Proven solution architecture experience with a strong technical assurance track record
  • Expert knowledge of Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform, and integration standards
  • Experience with architectural governance boards
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and influence at senior levels
  • Understanding of TOGAF, ITIL, and security-by-design principles
  • Passion for mentoring and building team capability

What's on Offer

  • Flexible hybrid working
  • Shape digital outcomes for a major public sector organisation
  • Influence design decisions and technology investment
  • Leadership development and professional memberships (BCS)

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