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Lead Technical Architect - DEFRA
Solutions Architect
Lead the design and delivery of enterprise‑grade solutions, shaping cloud strategy, micro‑service platforms and secure API ecosystems while guiding technical teams and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Define and own the technical architecture for large‑scale, cloud‑native solutions across public and hybrid environments.
- Lead the design of micro‑service based platforms, API strategies and integration patterns to support digital transformation initiatives.
- Provide technical direction and mentorship to development, DevOps and security teams, ensuring best‑practice implementation.
- Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust, scalable architectures.
- Establish governance, standards and security controls for all technology solutions.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption pathways to maintain a competitive edge.
Requirements
- Proven experience (8+ years) in designing and delivering complex cloud architectures, preferably with AWS.
- Deep knowledge of micro‑services, containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes) and API design (REST, GraphQL).
- Strong background in DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code.
- Expertise in security architecture, threat modelling and compliance frameworks.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a track record of influencing cross‑functional teams.