Solution Architect

Solution Architect

The Solution Architect role involves delivering expert technical solutions within a leading charity's newly established architecture function, following a major technology transformation. The position plays a key part in shaping standards, governance, and modernising the organisation's technology landscape, supporting strategic programmes and critical initiatives.

The organisation is a prominent national charity committed to creating social impact through innovative technological solutions. It is undergoing a period of significant digital transformation, including application modernisation and infrastructure upgrades, to support its mission.

Role Overview

The Solution Architect will assess business requirements and develop effective solution designs across the application landscape. They will create detailed high-level and low-level technical designs covering data architecture, security, and scalability. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders, review and challenge technical designs, and supporting decision-making on various change initiatives. Success relies on the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and support the development of architecture standards and governance frameworks.

Key Skills & Experience

• Lead the assessment of business requirements and application landscape analysis to produce solution designs.
• Build and review high-level and low-level technical solutions, including data, security, and integration aspects.
• Manage collaboration with internal teams, delivery partners, and third-party suppliers to ensure solution success.
• Support the development of architecture standards, governance frameworks, and best practices.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to varied audiences effectively.
• Support technology decisions across a diverse portfolio of projects.

Requirements

• Proven experience delivering solution architecture in enterprise environments.
• Strong background in creating detailed technical and solution designs.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft technologies and modern cloud platforms.
• Understanding of architecture frameworks, governance, risk, and compliance.
• Experience working with multiple teams and managing third-party relationships.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Hands-on, pragmatic approach with sound technical judgement.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Location: On-site in London.

If you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply with an updated CV.