Solution Architect

Salary: £95,000 - 130,000 per year

Requirements

• All applicants must hold clearance to DV level.
• Degree or equivalent experience in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Solution Architect or in a similar role, with a strong track record of designing and delivering complex technology solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of system design principles, architectural styles, and software development methodologies.
• Understanding of how to methodically design and build secure systems.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages and frameworks, such as Java, .NET, Python, or JavaScript frameworks.
• Understanding of database design principles and experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with cloud platforms and services, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Hands-on experience with one or more technologies relevant to these areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of end-to-end solutions that align with business goals, scalability requirements, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and architectural designs.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technology platforms, frameworks, and tools to support solution development.
• Define solution architecture, including system components, interfaces, infrastructure, data modelling, and integration patterns, at conceptual and physical views.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural principles and best practices.
• Conduct architecture reviews and perform technical assessments to ensure compliance with architectural guidelines and quality standards.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks and issues throughout the solution development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams to ensure the availability, performance, and security of solutions.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, trends, and industry best practices, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with project managers to estimate effort, plan project timelines, and ensure successful delivery of solutions.
• Drive innovation and explore new technologies and approaches to enhance solution development processes and outcomes.

Technologies

• AWS
• Architect
• Azure
• Cloud
• Support
• Java
• JavaScript
• NoSQL
• Python
• SQL
• Security
• ASP.NET
• AI

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We are Deloitte, working across Technology and Transformation with clients in Defence and Security. We are growing our teams across Consulting and are looking for people cleared to DV level. You will be based in Bristol, London, or Manchester with hybrid working, and youll have the opportunity to work flexibly across local offices, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites, and remotely depending on role requirements. We offer a culture built on our five shared values: lead the way, serve with integrity, take care of each other, foster inclusion, and collaborate for measurable impact. We are committed to supporting wellbeing, flexibility, and development, with world-class learning and the chance to grow your career while helping us solve some of the biggest tech and transformational challenges around.

last updated 34 week of 2026