IT Solution Architect

Fareham Introduction Saab Uk
Leeds, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary to permanent
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 150K

Job location

Remote
Leeds, United Kingdom

Tech stack

API
Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Data Centers
Enterprise Architecture Framework
Oracle Applications
Salesforce
SAP Applications
SAP NetWeaver Business Warehouse
Virtualization Technology
Zachman Framework
Google Cloud Platform
Togaf
SC Clearance
Information Technology
People Soft
Data Analytics
Mulesoft
ServiceNow
VMware
Microservices

Job description

This is an initial 6 month contract role within our UK IT Business Unit. The IT Solution Architect will be responsible for designing and implementing technology solutions that align with business objectives and technical requirements. This role bridges the gap between business needs and IT capabilities, ensuring that solutions are scalable, secure, and cost-effective. The Solution Architect works closely with stakeholders, developers, and project managers to deliver robust architectures that support organisational goals., * Solution Design & Architecture to a high standard.

  • Develop high-level and detailed solution architectures for IT systems and applications.
  • Ensure solutions comply with enterprise architecture standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Create architectural diagrams, models, and documentation for proposed solutions.
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Collaborate with business analysts, project managers, and technical teams to understand requirements.
  • Present architectural solutions to stakeholders and obtain buy-in.
  • Technology Evaluation
  • Assess emerging technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate.
  • Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed solutions.
  • Governance & Standards
  • Define and enforce architectural principles, guidelines, and best practices.
  • Ensure consistency and integration across systems and platforms.
  • Implementation Support
  • Provide technical leadership during solution implementation.
  • Troubleshoot architectural issues and guide development teams.
  • Perform Risk Management.
  • Identify potential risks in solution design and propose mitigation strategies.
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Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • 7+ years in IT roles, with at least 3 years in solution architecture.
  • Experience in large-scale system design and implementation.
  • Certifications (Preferred).
  • TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solution Architect, ITIL.
  • Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
  • Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid architectures.
  • Experience with APIs, microservices, and integration patterns.
  • Understanding of networking, security, and infrastructure principles.
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving.
  • Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Strong analytical skills for evaluating complex systems.
  • Communication & Leadership.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Self-motivated, resilient and able to work under pressure.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Benefits & conditions

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About the company

Saab UK is part of Scandinavias largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of: Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations., About us Founded in 2008, CitNOW is an innovative, enterprise-level software product suite that allows automotive dealerships globally to sell more vehicles and parts more profitably. CitNOW's app-based platform provides a secure, brand-compliant solution - for dealers to..., Product Quality Engineer - Fareham Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavias largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep..., Palantir Data Engineer Our client is a Leading Digital Transformation Consultancy who have been named a Times Top 100 Company To Work For for 7 consecutive years. As a Palantir Data Engineer, you will join a highly regarded digital, data, and technology consultancy...

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